Maractus
Maractus is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Black & White (#12). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $6.31 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2011. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Maractus suits collectors working on Black & White who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Maractus from Black & White?
Maractus is a Pokémon card in Black & White numbered 12. Arid regions are their habitat. They move rhythmically, making a sound similar to maracas. National Pokédex #556. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Maractus worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $6.31 for Maractus. Low and high spread runs $0.85 to $20.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $6.31; Normal: $0.60. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Black & White |
|---|---|
| Number | 12 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $6.31 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.68 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $6.31 |
| Normal | $0.60 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 90 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Constant Rattle | Grass Flip 3 coins. If 1 of them is heads, this attack does 10 damage. If 2 of them are heads, this attack does 30 damage. If all of them are heads, this attack does 60 damage. |
| Giga Drain | GrassGrassGrass 50 Heal from this Pokémon the same amount of damage you did to the Defending Pokémon. |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Maractus?
Maractus is listed as Rare in Black & White. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Maractus?
Catalog fields: set Black & White, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Kouki Saitou. Format status: Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Maractus from Black & White should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Maractus is catalogued as Rare printing in Black & White, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $6.31 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $6.31; Normal: $0.60).
- Illustrator Kouki Saitou 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 $6.31 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Maractus worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $6.31 for ungraded Maractus from Black & White. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Maractus from?
Maractus is listed in Black & White (Black & White) as card #12. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Maractus?
Our catalog lists Maractus as Rare in Black & White. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Maractus good for collectors or players?
Maractus includes gameplay stats in Black & White. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Maractus?
Finish variants of Maractus carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $6.31; Normal: $0.60 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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