Quilava
Quilava is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Sandstorm (#51). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $35.00 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Quilava suits collectors working on Sandstorm who need the Uncommon slot. Treat $35.00 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Quilava from Sandstorm?
Quilava is a Pokémon card in Sandstorm numbered 51. It evolves from Cyndaquil. National Pokédex #156. 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 Quilava worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $35.00 for Quilava. Low and high spread runs $18.99 to $500.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $35.00; Normal: $4.93. 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 | 51 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $35.00 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.56 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $35.00 |
| Normal | $4.93 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fire |
| Evolves from | Cyndaquil |
| Slash | ColorlessColorless 20 |
| Burning Claw | FireColorlessColorless 40 You may discard a Fire Energy card attached to Quilava. If you do, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned. |
| Weakness | Water ×2 |
How collectible is Quilava?
Quilava is listed as Uncommon in Sandstorm. 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 Quilava?
Catalog fields: set Sandstorm, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Naoyo Kimura. 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
Quilava (#51) is a chase-tier Uncommon printing in Sandstorm. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Quilava is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Sandstorm, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $35.00 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $35.00; Normal: $4.93).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $35.00 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Quilava worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $35.00 for ungraded Quilava 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 Quilava from?
Quilava is listed in Sandstorm (EX) as card #51. 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 Quilava?
Our catalog lists Quilava as Uncommon in Sandstorm. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Quilava good for collectors or players?
Quilava 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.
Should I grade Quilava?
Grading only makes sense when Quilava appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $35.00, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Quilava?
Finish variants of Quilava carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $35.00; Normal: $4.93 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.