Swellow
Swellow is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Ruby & Sapphire (#46). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $5.94 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Swellow suits collectors working on Ruby & Sapphire who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Swellow from Ruby & Sapphire?
Swellow is a Pokémon card in Ruby & Sapphire numbered 46. It evolves from Taillow. National Pokédex #277. 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 Swellow worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $5.94 for Swellow. Low and high spread runs $4.00 to $75.78. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $5.94; Normal: $1.27. 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 | 46 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $5.94 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.11 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $5.94 |
| Normal | $1.27 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Colorless |
| Evolves from | Taillow |
| Wing Attack | ColorlessColorless 30 |
| Drive Off | Once during your turn (before your attack), if Swellow is your Active Pokémon, you may switch 1 of the Defending Pokémon with 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. Your opponent picks the Benched Pokémon to switch. This power can't be used if Swellow is affected by a Special Condition. |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Swellow?
Swellow is listed as Uncommon in Ruby & Sapphire. 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 Swellow?
Catalog fields: set Ruby & Sapphire, 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
Swellow from Ruby & Sapphire should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Swellow is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Ruby & Sapphire, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $5.94 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $5.94; Normal: $1.27).
- 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 $5.94 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Swellow worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $5.94 for ungraded Swellow 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 Swellow from?
Swellow is listed in Ruby & Sapphire (EX) as card #46. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Swellow?
Our catalog lists Swellow as Uncommon in Ruby & Sapphire. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Swellow good for collectors or players?
Swellow includes gameplay stats in Ruby & Sapphire. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Swellow?
Finish variants of Swellow carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $5.94; Normal: $1.27 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.