Tangela
Tangela is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Great Encounters (#87). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $6.96 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2008. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Tangela suits collectors working on Great Encounters who need the Common 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 Tangela from Great Encounters?
Tangela is a Pokémon card in Great Encounters numbered 87. It is shrouded by blue vines. No one has seen the face hidden behind this growth of vines. National Pokédex #114. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Tangela worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $6.96 for Tangela. Low and high spread runs $6.29 to $106.20. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $6.96; Normal: $0.62. 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 | 87 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $6.96 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.26 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $6.96 |
| Normal | $0.62 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Vine Invite | Colorless Switch 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with 1 of the Defending Pokémon. |
| Grass Knot | GrassColorless 20+ Does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Colorless Energy in the Defending Pokémon's Retreat Cost (after applying effects to the the Retreat Cost). |
| Weakness | Fire +10 |
How collectible is Tangela?
Tangela is listed as Common 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 Tangela?
Catalog fields: set Great Encounters, rarity Common. Illustrated by Sumiyoshi Kizuki. 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
Tangela from Great Encounters should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Tangela is catalogued as Common printing in Great Encounters, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $6.96 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $6.96; Normal: $0.62).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $6.96 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Tangela worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $6.96 for ungraded Tangela 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 Tangela from?
Tangela is listed in Great Encounters (Diamond & Pearl) as card #87. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Tangela?
Our catalog lists Tangela as Common in Great Encounters. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Tangela good for collectors or players?
Tangela 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 Tangela?
Finish variants of Tangela carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $6.96; Normal: $0.62 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.