Elekid
Elekid is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Sandstorm (#36). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $11.00 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Elekid suits collectors working on Sandstorm 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 Elekid from Sandstorm?
Elekid is a Pokémon card in Sandstorm numbered 36. Elekid from Sandstorm should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together. National Pokédex #239. 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 Elekid worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $11.00 for Elekid. Low and high spread runs $70.68 to $220.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $11.00; Normal: $2.61. 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 | Sandstorm |
|---|---|
| Number | 36 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $11.00 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.90 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $11.00 |
| Normal | $2.61 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 40 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Gather Energy | Lightning Search your deck for a basic Energy card and attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. Shuffle your deck afterward. |
| Baby Evolution | Once during your turn (before your attack), you may put Electabuzz from your hand onto Elekid (this counts as evolving Elekid) and remove all damage counters from Elekid. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Elekid?
Elekid is listed as Uncommon in Sandstorm. 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 Elekid?
Catalog fields: set Sandstorm, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Kouki Saitou. 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
Elekid from Sandstorm should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Elekid is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Sandstorm, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $11.00 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $11.00; Normal: $2.61).
- Illustrator Kouki Saitou 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 $11.00 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Elekid worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $11.00 for ungraded Elekid from Sandstorm. 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 Elekid from?
Elekid is listed in Sandstorm (EX) as card #36. 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 Elekid?
Our catalog lists Elekid as Uncommon in Sandstorm. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Elekid good for collectors or players?
Elekid includes gameplay stats in Sandstorm. 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.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Elekid?
Finish variants of Elekid carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $11.00; Normal: $2.61 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.