Ekans
Ekans is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Team Rocket (#56). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.46 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Ekans suits collectors working on Team Rocket who need the Common slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. This printing is from Team Rocket.
What is Ekans from Team Rocket?
Ekans is a Pokémon card in Team Rocket numbered 56. A carnivore that swallows its prey whole. Pidgeys and Spearows are its favorite food. National Pokédex #23. This printing is from Team Rocket. Collector number 56 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Ekans worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.46 for Ekans. Low and high spread runs $0.08 to $22.00. Per-finish references: unlimited: $0.46; 1stEdition: $1.62. This printing is from Team Rocket. Collector number 56 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Team Rocket |
|---|---|
| Number | 56 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.46 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.61 |
| unlimited | $0.46 |
| 1stEdition | $1.62 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 50 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Bite | Colorless 10 |
| Poison Sting | GrassGrass 20 Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Ekans?
Ekans is listed as Common in Team Rocket. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from Team Rocket. Collector number 56 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Ekans?
Catalog fields: set Team Rocket, rarity Common. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Team Rocket. Collector number 56 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 2000.
Cactaur's take
Ekans from Team Rocket should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Ekans is catalogued as Common printing in Team Rocket, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.46 across finishes (unlimited: $0.46; 1stEdition: $1.62).
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $0.46 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Ekans worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.46 for ungraded Ekans from Team Rocket. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Ekans from?
Ekans is listed in Team Rocket (Base) as card #56. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. This printing is from Team Rocket.
How rare is Ekans?
Our catalog lists Ekans as Common in Team Rocket. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Ekans good for collectors or players?
Ekans includes gameplay stats in Team Rocket. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. This printing is from Team Rocket.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Ekans?
Finish variants of Ekans carry separate market listings. unlimited: $0.46; 1stEdition: $1.62 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos. This printing is from Team Rocket.
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