Dark Tyranitar
Dark Tyranitar is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Team Rocket Returns (#19). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $275.00 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2004. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Dark Tyranitar suits collectors working on Team Rocket Returns who need the Rare slot. Treat $275.00 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Dark Tyranitar from Team Rocket Returns?
Dark Tyranitar is a Pokémon card in Team Rocket Returns numbered 19. It evolves from Dark Pupitar. National Pokédex #248. 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 Dark Tyranitar worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $275.00 for Dark Tyranitar. Low and high spread runs $169.99 to $350.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $275.00; Normal: $55.47. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Team Rocket Returns |
|---|---|
| Number | 19 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $275.00 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €19.43 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $275.00 |
| Normal | $55.47 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 120 |
|---|---|
| Types | Darkness |
| Evolves from | Dark Pupitar |
| Grind | Colorless 10+ Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to Dark Tyranitar. |
| Spinning Tail | DarknessColorlessColorless Does 20 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Bite Off | DarknessDarknessColorlessColorlessColorless 70+ If the Defending Pokémon is Pokémon-ex, this attack does 70 damage plus 50 more damage. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Dark Tyranitar?
Dark Tyranitar is listed as Rare in Team Rocket Returns. 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 Dark Tyranitar?
Catalog fields: set Team Rocket Returns, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Nakaoka. 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
Dark Tyranitar (#19) is a chase-tier Rare printing in Team Rocket Returns. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Dark Tyranitar is catalogued as Rare printing in Team Rocket Returns, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $275.00 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $275.00; Normal: $55.47).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $275.00 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Dark Tyranitar worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $275.00 for ungraded Dark Tyranitar from Team Rocket Returns. 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 Dark Tyranitar from?
Dark Tyranitar is listed in Team Rocket Returns (EX) as card #19. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Dark Tyranitar?
Our catalog lists Dark Tyranitar as Rare in Team Rocket Returns. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Dark Tyranitar good for collectors or players?
Dark Tyranitar includes gameplay stats in Team Rocket Returns. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
Should I grade Dark Tyranitar?
Grading only makes sense when Dark Tyranitar appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $275.00, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Dark Tyranitar?
Finish variants of Dark Tyranitar carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $275.00; Normal: $55.47 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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