Dark Raticate
Dark Raticate is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Team Rocket Returns (#17). The set released in 2004. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Dark Raticate suits collectors working on Team Rocket Returns who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear.
What is Dark Raticate from Team Rocket Returns?
Dark Raticate is a Pokémon card in Team Rocket Returns numbered 17. It evolves from Rattata. National Pokédex #20. This printing is from Team Rocket Returns. Collector number 17 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2004.
What is Dark Raticate worth today?
Dark Raticate lacks a strong public price in this snapshot; use recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish. This printing is from Team Rocket Returns. Collector number 17 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
| Set | Team Rocket Returns |
|---|---|
| Number | 17 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| Market USD | — |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Darkness |
| Evolves from | Rattata |
| Dark Seed | Darkness The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn. Put 5 damage counters on the Defending Pokémon at the end of your opponent's next turn. |
| Spread Poison | ColorlessColorless 10 The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. This attack does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Dark Raticate?
Dark Raticate is listed as Rare in Team Rocket Returns. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from Team Rocket Returns. Collector number 17 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Dark Raticate?
Catalog fields: set Team Rocket Returns, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Kouki Saitou. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Team Rocket Returns. Collector number 17 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare.
Cactaur's take
Dark Raticate from Team Rocket Returns should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Dark Raticate is catalogued as Rare printing in Team Rocket Returns, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Set metadata and rarity help cross-check listings against the correct printing before you buy.
- Illustrator Kouki Saitou has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Market pricing may be thin or stale for this printing; confirm with recent sold comps.
Verdict: Prioritize verifying the exact printing and finish before transacting; pricing may need live comps at sale time.
FAQ
How much is Dark Raticate worth?
Dark Raticate may not have reliable public market pricing in our current snapshot. Check recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying or selling.
What set is Dark Raticate from?
Dark Raticate is listed in Team Rocket Returns (EX) as card #17. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Dark Raticate?
Our catalog lists Dark Raticate as Rare in Team Rocket Returns. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Dark Raticate good for collectors or players?
Dark Raticate includes gameplay stats in Team Rocket Returns. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
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