Donphan
Donphan is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Plasma Storm (#72). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.28 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2013. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Donphan suits collectors working on Plasma Storm who need the Uncommon 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 Donphan from Plasma Storm?
Donphan is a Pokémon card in Plasma Storm numbered 72. It attacks by curling up, then rolling into its foe. It can blow apart a house in one hit. National Pokédex #232. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Donphan worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.28 for Donphan. Low and high spread runs $2.00 to $33.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $2.28; Normal: $0.78. 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 | Plasma Storm |
|---|---|
| Number | 72 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $2.28 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.79 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $2.28 |
| Normal | $0.78 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 130 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fighting |
| Evolves from | Phanpy |
| Spinning Turn | Fighting 40 Switch this Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. |
| Wreck | FightingFightingColorlessColorless 80+ If there is any Stadium card in play, this attack does 60 more damage. Discard the Stadium card. |
| Weakness | Water ×2 |
How collectible is Donphan?
Donphan is listed as Uncommon in Plasma Storm. 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 Donphan?
Catalog fields: set Plasma Storm, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Shin Nagasawa. 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
Donphan from Plasma Storm should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Donphan is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Plasma Storm, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $2.28 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $2.28; Normal: $0.78).
- Illustrator Shin Nagasawa 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 $2.28 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Donphan worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.28 for ungraded Donphan from Plasma Storm. 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 Donphan from?
Donphan is listed in Plasma Storm (Black & White) as card #72. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Donphan?
Our catalog lists Donphan as Uncommon in Plasma Storm. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Donphan good for collectors or players?
Donphan includes gameplay stats in Plasma Storm. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Donphan?
Finish variants of Donphan carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $2.28; Normal: $0.78 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.