Gengar
Gengar is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Diamond & Pearl (#27). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $199.99 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2007. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Gengar suits collectors working on Diamond & Pearl who need the Rare slot. Treat $199.99 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Gengar from Diamond & Pearl?
Gengar is a Pokémon card in Diamond & Pearl numbered 27. It hides in shadows. It is said that if Gengar is hiding, it cools that area by nearly 10 degrees F. National Pokédex #94. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Gengar worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $199.99 for Gengar. Low and high spread runs $90.00 to $1009.80. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $199.99; Normal: $70.75. 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 | Diamond & Pearl |
|---|---|
| Number | 27 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $199.99 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €12.64 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $199.99 |
| Normal | $70.75 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 110 |
|---|---|
| Types | Psychic |
| Evolves from | Haunter |
| Life Drain | Colorless Flip a coin. If heads, put damage counter on the Defending Pokémon until it is 10 HP away from being Knocked Out. |
| Shadow Dance | PsychicPsychicColorless Put 4 damage counters on your opponent's Pokémon in any way you like. Then, switch Gengar with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. |
| Weakness | Darkness +30 |
How collectible is Gengar?
Gengar is listed as Rare in Diamond & Pearl. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. 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.
What are the key details for Gengar?
Catalog fields: set Diamond & Pearl, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. 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
Gengar (#27) is a chase-tier Rare printing in Diamond & Pearl. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Gengar is catalogued as Rare printing in Diamond & Pearl, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $199.99 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $199.99; Normal: $70.75).
- Illustrator Kagemaru Himeno has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $199.99 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Gengar worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $199.99 for ungraded Gengar from Diamond & Pearl. 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 Gengar from?
Gengar is listed in Diamond & Pearl (Diamond & Pearl) as card #27. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Gengar?
Our catalog lists Gengar as Rare in Diamond & Pearl. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Gengar good for collectors or players?
Gengar includes gameplay stats in Diamond & Pearl. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
Should I grade Gengar?
Grading only makes sense when Gengar appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $199.99, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Gengar?
Finish variants of Gengar carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $199.99; Normal: $70.75 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.