Absol
Absol is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Dragon (#1). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $82.81 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Absol suits collectors working on Dragon who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $82.81 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Absol from Dragon?
Absol is a Pokémon card in Dragon numbered 1. Absol (#1) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Dragon. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes. National Pokédex #359. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Absol worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $82.81 for Absol. Low and high spread runs $68.00 to $840.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $82.81; Holofoil: $153.87. 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 | Dragon |
|---|---|
| Number | 1 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $82.81 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €37.71 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $82.81 |
| Holofoil | $153.87 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Darkness |
| Bad News | Darkness If the number of cards in your opponent's hand is at least 6, choose a number of cards there, without looking, until your opponent has 5 cards left. Have your opponent discard the cards you chose. |
| Prize Count | DarknessColorless 20+ If you have more Prize cards left than your opponent, this attack does 20 damage plus 20 more damage. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Absol?
Absol is listed as Rare Holo in Dragon. 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 Absol?
Catalog fields: set Dragon, rarity Rare Holo. 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
Absol (#1) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Dragon. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Absol is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Dragon, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $82.81 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $82.81; Holofoil: $153.87).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $82.81 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Absol worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $82.81 for ungraded Absol from Dragon. 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 Absol from?
Absol is listed in Dragon (EX) as card #1. 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 Absol?
Our catalog lists Absol as Rare Holo in Dragon. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Absol good for collectors or players?
Absol includes gameplay stats in Dragon. 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 Absol?
Grading only makes sense when Absol appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $82.81, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Absol?
Finish variants of Absol carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $82.81; Holofoil: $153.87 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.