Articuno
Articuno is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Skyridge (#4). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $68.62 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Articuno suits collectors working on Skyridge who need the Rare slot. Treat $68.62 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Articuno from Skyridge?
Articuno is a Pokémon card in Skyridge numbered 4. Articuno (#4) is a chase-tier Rare printing in Skyridge. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes. National Pokédex #144. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Articuno worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $68.62 for Articuno. Low and high spread runs $100.00 to $129.99. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $68.62; Normal: $72.32. 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 | Skyridge |
|---|---|
| Number | 4 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $68.62 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €22.56 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $68.62 |
| Normal | $72.32 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Freeze Solid | Colorless 10 If there are any Water Energy cards in your discard pile, flip a coin. If heads, attach 1 of them to Articuno. |
| Ice Cyclone | WaterWaterColorlessColorless 50 Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. If tails, this attack does 10 damage to each of your Pokémon in play. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Water Immunity | You can't attach Water Energy cards from your hand to Articuno. |
| Weakness | Metal ×2 |
How collectible is Articuno?
Articuno is listed as Rare in Skyridge. 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 Articuno?
Catalog fields: set Skyridge, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Hajime Kusajima. 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
Articuno (#4) is a chase-tier Rare printing in Skyridge. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Articuno is catalogued as Rare printing in Skyridge, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $68.62 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $68.62; Normal: $72.32).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $68.62 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Articuno worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $68.62 for ungraded Articuno from Skyridge. 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 Articuno from?
Articuno is listed in Skyridge (E-Card) as card #4. 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 Articuno?
Our catalog lists Articuno as Rare in Skyridge. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Articuno good for collectors or players?
Articuno includes gameplay stats in Skyridge. 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 Articuno?
Grading only makes sense when Articuno appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $68.62, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Articuno?
Finish variants of Articuno carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $68.62; Normal: $72.32 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.