Ariados
Ariados is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Aquapolis (#3). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $25.00 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Ariados suits collectors working on Aquapolis who need the Rare slot. Treat $25.00 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Ariados from Aquapolis?
Ariados is a Pokémon card in Aquapolis numbered 3. It evolves from Spinarak. National Pokédex #168. 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 is Ariados worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $25.00 for Ariados. Low and high spread runs $20.58 to $25.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $25.00; Normal: $7.24. 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 | Aquapolis |
|---|---|
| Number | 3 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $25.00 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €4.47 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $25.00 |
| Normal | $7.24 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Evolves from | Spinarak |
| Spider Force | GrassColorless 20+ Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage. If tails, this attack does 20 damage and the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. |
| Gluey Slime | As long as Ariados is in play, each player must pay an additional Colorless to retreat his or her Active Pokémon. Gluey Slime can't make a player pay more than an additional Colorless to retreat a Pokémon, even if there is more than 1 Ariados in play. |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Ariados?
Ariados is listed as Rare in Aquapolis. 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 Ariados?
Catalog fields: set Aquapolis, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Shin-ichi Yoshida. 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
Ariados (#3) is a chase-tier Rare printing in Aquapolis. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Ariados is catalogued as Rare printing in Aquapolis, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $25.00 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $25.00; Normal: $7.24).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $25.00 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Ariados worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $25.00 for ungraded Ariados from Aquapolis. 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 Ariados from?
Ariados is listed in Aquapolis (E-Card) as card #3. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Ariados?
Our catalog lists Ariados as Rare in Aquapolis. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Ariados good for collectors or players?
Ariados includes gameplay stats in Aquapolis. 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 Ariados?
Grading only makes sense when Ariados appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $25.00, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Ariados?
Finish variants of Ariados carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $25.00; Normal: $7.24 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.