Mary's Impulse
Mary's Impulse is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Expedition Base Set (#142). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $9.53 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2002. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Mary's Impulse suits collectors working on Expedition Base Set who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear.
What is Mary's Impulse from Expedition Base Set?
Mary's Impulse is a Trainer card in Expedition Base Set numbered 142. Mary's Impulse from Expedition Base Set should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Mary's Impulse worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $9.53 for Mary's Impulse. Low and high spread runs $8.64 to $108.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $9.53; Normal: $1.88. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Expedition Base Set |
|---|---|
| Number | 142 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $9.53 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.46 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $9.53 |
| Normal | $1.88 |
How collectible is Mary's Impulse?
Mary's Impulse is listed as Uncommon in Expedition Base Set. 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 Mary's Impulse?
Catalog fields: set Expedition Base Set, 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
Mary's Impulse from Expedition Base Set should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Mary's Impulse is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Expedition Base Set, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $9.53 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $9.53; Normal: $1.88).
- 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 $9.53 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Mary's Impulse worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $9.53 for ungraded Mary's Impulse from Expedition Base Set. 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 Mary's Impulse from?
Mary's Impulse is listed in Expedition Base Set (E-Card) as card #142. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Mary's Impulse?
Our catalog lists Mary's Impulse as Uncommon in Expedition Base Set. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Mary's Impulse good for collectors or players?
Mary's Impulse is primarily a collector reference in Expedition Base Set. Compare finish and centering if you are buying graded or sealed-collection copies. 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 Mary's Impulse?
Finish variants of Mary's Impulse carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $9.53; Normal: $1.88 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.