Sceptile
Sceptile is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Ruby & Sapphire (#11). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $86.74 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Sceptile suits collectors working on Ruby & Sapphire who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $86.74 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Sceptile from Ruby & Sapphire?
Sceptile is a Pokémon card in Ruby & Sapphire numbered 11. It evolves from Grovyle. National Pokédex #254. 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 Sceptile worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $86.74 for Sceptile. Low and high spread runs $44.00 to $560.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $86.74; Holofoil: $79.32. 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 | Ruby & Sapphire |
|---|---|
| Number | 11 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $86.74 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €34.04 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $86.74 |
| Holofoil | $79.32 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 120 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Evolves from | Grovyle |
| Lizard Poison | Colorless 20 If 1 Energy is attached to Sceptile, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep. If 2 Energy is attached to Sceptile, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. If 3 Energy is attached to Sceptile, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep and Poisoned. If 4 or more Energy is attached to Sceptile, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep, Burned, and Poisoned. |
| Solarbeam | GrassGrassColorlessColorlessColorless 70 |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Sceptile?
Sceptile is listed as Rare Holo in Ruby & Sapphire. 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 Sceptile?
Catalog fields: set Ruby & Sapphire, rarity Rare Holo. 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
Sceptile (#11) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Ruby & Sapphire. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Sceptile is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Ruby & Sapphire, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $86.74 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $86.74; Holofoil: $79.32).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $86.74 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Sceptile worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $86.74 for ungraded Sceptile from Ruby & Sapphire. 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 Sceptile from?
Sceptile is listed in Ruby & Sapphire (EX) as card #11. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Sceptile?
Our catalog lists Sceptile as Rare Holo in Ruby & Sapphire. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Sceptile good for collectors or players?
Sceptile includes gameplay stats in Ruby & Sapphire. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
Should I grade Sceptile?
Grading only makes sense when Sceptile appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $86.74, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Sceptile?
Finish variants of Sceptile carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $86.74; Holofoil: $79.32 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.