Forretress
Forretress is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Skyridge (#9). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $41.99 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Forretress suits collectors working on Skyridge who need the Rare slot. Treat $41.99 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Forretress from Skyridge?
Forretress is a Pokémon card in Skyridge numbered 9. It evolves from Pineco. National Pokédex #205. 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 Forretress worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $41.99 for Forretress. Low and high spread runs $39.99 to $409.80. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $41.99; Normal: $13.51. 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 | 9 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $41.99 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.82 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $41.99 |
| Normal | $13.51 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Metal |
| Evolves from | Pineco |
| Spinning Blow | ColorlessColorless 20× Flip 2 coins. This attack does 20 damage times the number of heads. If both coins are heads, switch Forretress with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. |
| Scatterbomb | MetalColorlessColorless 40 Flip 2 coins. For each heads, do 10 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. For each tails, do 10 damage to each of your own Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Forretress?
Forretress 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 Forretress?
Catalog fields: set Skyridge, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Midori Harada. 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
Forretress (#9) is a chase-tier Rare printing in Skyridge. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Forretress is catalogued as Rare printing in Skyridge, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $41.99 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $41.99; Normal: $13.51).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $41.99 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Forretress worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $41.99 for ungraded Forretress 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 Forretress from?
Forretress is listed in Skyridge (E-Card) as card #9. 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 Forretress?
Our catalog lists Forretress as Rare in Skyridge. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Forretress good for collectors or players?
Forretress 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 Forretress?
Grading only makes sense when Forretress appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $41.99, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Forretress?
Finish variants of Forretress carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $41.99; Normal: $13.51 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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