Absol
Absol is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Secret Wonders (#21). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $33.81 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2007. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Absol suits collectors working on Secret Wonders who need the Rare slot. Treat $33.81 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Absol from Secret Wonders?
Absol is a Pokémon card in Secret Wonders numbered 21. It senses disasters coming and appears before people only to warn them of impending danger. National Pokédex #359. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Absol worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $33.81 for Absol. Low and high spread runs $32.89 to $479.80. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $33.81; Normal: $7.66. 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 | Secret Wonders |
|---|---|
| Number | 21 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $33.81 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.84 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $33.81 |
| Normal | $7.66 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Darkness |
| Baleful Wind | Colorless Choose a card from your opponent's hand without looking and discard it. If you discarded a Trainer, Supporter, or Stadium card, choose 1 more card from your opponent's hand without looking and discard it. |
| Raid | Darkness 10 If you played Absol from your hand during this turn, this attack's base damage is 40 instead of 10. |
| Weakness | Fighting +20 |
How collectible is Absol?
Absol is listed as Rare in Secret Wonders. 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 Absol?
Catalog fields: set Secret Wonders, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. 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
Absol (#21) is a chase-tier Rare printing in Secret Wonders. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Absol is catalogued as Rare printing in Secret Wonders, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $33.81 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $33.81; Normal: $7.66).
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori 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 $33.81 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Absol worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $33.81 for ungraded Absol from Secret Wonders. 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 Absol from?
Absol is listed in Secret Wonders (Diamond & Pearl) as card #21. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Absol?
Our catalog lists Absol as Rare in Secret Wonders. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Absol good for collectors or players?
Absol includes gameplay stats in Secret Wonders. 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.
Should I grade Absol?
Grading only makes sense when Absol appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $33.81, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Absol?
Finish variants of Absol carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $33.81; Normal: $7.66 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.