Gorebyss
Gorebyss is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Great Encounters (#38). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.00 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2008. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Gorebyss suits collectors working on Great Encounters 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 Gorebyss from Great Encounters?
Gorebyss is a Pokémon card in Great Encounters numbered 38. It lives at the bottom of the sea. In the springtime, its pink body turns more vivid for some reason. National Pokédex #368. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Gorebyss worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.00 for Gorebyss. Low and high spread runs $1.09 to $35.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $2.00; Normal: $0.49. 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 | Great Encounters |
|---|---|
| Number | 38 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $2.00 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.19 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $2.00 |
| Normal | $0.49 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Clamperl |
| Sweet Temptation | Switch 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with 1 of the Defending Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage to the new Defending Pokémon. |
| Psychic Snap | WaterColorless 30+ If Gorebyss has any Psychic Energy attached to it, this attack does 30 damage plus 20 more damage and the Defending Pokémon is now Confused. |
| Weakness | Lightning +20 |
How collectible is Gorebyss?
Gorebyss is listed as Uncommon in Great Encounters. 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 Gorebyss?
Catalog fields: set Great Encounters, rarity Uncommon. 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
Gorebyss from Great Encounters should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Gorebyss is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Great Encounters, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $2.00 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $2.00; Normal: $0.49).
- 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 $2.00 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Gorebyss worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.00 for ungraded Gorebyss from Great Encounters. 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 Gorebyss from?
Gorebyss is listed in Great Encounters (Diamond & Pearl) as card #38. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Gorebyss?
Our catalog lists Gorebyss as Uncommon in Great Encounters. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Gorebyss good for collectors or players?
Gorebyss includes gameplay stats in Great Encounters. 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 Gorebyss?
Finish variants of Gorebyss carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $2.00; Normal: $0.49 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.