Rotom
Rotom is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Great Encounters (#7). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $20.13 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2008. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Rotom suits collectors working on Great Encounters who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $20.13 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Rotom from Great Encounters?
Rotom is a Pokémon card in Great Encounters numbered 7. Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc. National Pokédex #479. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 7 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Rotom worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $20.13 for Rotom. Low and high spread runs $39.95 to $299.90. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $20.13; Holofoil: $35.80. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 7 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Great Encounters |
|---|---|
| Number | 7 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $20.13 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.46 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $20.13 |
| Holofoil | $35.80 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Astonish | ColorlessColorless 20 Choose 1 card from your opponent's hand without looking. Look at that card you chose, then have your opponent shuffle that card into his or her deck. |
| Telebeam | LightningLightning 30+ Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 30 more damage and the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. |
| Weakness | Darkness +20 |
How collectible is Rotom?
Rotom is listed as Rare Holo in Great Encounters. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 7 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Holo.
What are the key details for Rotom?
Catalog fields: set Great Encounters, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Daisuke Ito. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 7 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Holo.
Cactaur's take
Rotom (#7) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Great Encounters. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Rotom is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Great Encounters, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $20.13 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $20.13; Holofoil: $35.80).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $20.13 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Rotom worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $20.13 for ungraded Rotom from Great Encounters. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Rotom from?
Rotom is listed in Great Encounters (Diamond & Pearl) as card #7. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Rotom?
Our catalog lists Rotom as Rare Holo in Great Encounters. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Rotom good for collectors or players?
Rotom includes gameplay stats in Great Encounters. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. This printing is from Great Encounters.
Should I grade Rotom?
Grading only makes sense when Rotom appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $20.13, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Rotom?
Finish variants of Rotom carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $20.13; Holofoil: $35.80 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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