Dark Electrode
Dark Electrode is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Team Rocket Returns (#4). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $41.69 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 Electrode suits collectors working on Team Rocket Returns who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $41.69 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 Electrode from Team Rocket Returns?
Dark Electrode is a Pokémon card in Team Rocket Returns numbered 4. It evolves from Voltorb. National Pokédex #101. 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 Electrode worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $41.69 for Dark Electrode. Low and high spread runs $41.69 to $60.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $41.69; Holofoil: $84.00; Normal: $36.75. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Team Rocket Returns |
|---|---|
| Number | 4 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $41.69 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €21.01 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $41.69 |
| Holofoil | $84.00 |
| Normal | $36.75 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning, Darkness |
| Evolves from | Voltorb |
| Energy Bomb | Lightning 30 You may move all Energy cards attached to Dark Electrode to your Benched Pokémon in any way you like. |
| Darkness Navigation | Once during your turn (before your attack), if Dark Electrode has no Energy attached to it, you may search your deck for a Darkness or Dark Metal Energy and attach it to Dark Electrode. Shuffle your deck afterward. This power can't be used if Dark Electrode is affected by a Special Condition. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Dark Electrode?
Dark Electrode is listed as Rare Holo 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 Electrode?
Catalog fields: set Team Rocket Returns, rarity Rare Holo. 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
Dark Electrode (#4) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Team Rocket Returns. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Dark Electrode is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Team Rocket Returns, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $41.69 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $41.69; Holofoil: $84.00; Normal: $36.75).
- Illustrator Kouki Saitou has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $41.69 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Dark Electrode worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $41.69 for ungraded Dark Electrode 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 Electrode from?
Dark Electrode is listed in Team Rocket Returns (EX) as card #4. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Dark Electrode?
Our catalog lists Dark Electrode as Rare Holo in Team Rocket Returns. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Dark Electrode good for collectors or players?
Dark Electrode 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 Electrode?
Grading only makes sense when Dark Electrode appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $41.69, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Dark Electrode?
Finish variants of Dark Electrode carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $41.69; Holofoil: $84.00; Normal: $36.75 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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