Swinub
Swinub is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Team Rocket Returns (#79). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $59.29 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2004. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Swinub suits collectors working on Team Rocket Returns who need the Common slot. Treat $59.29 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Swinub from Team Rocket Returns?
Swinub is a Pokémon card in Team Rocket Returns numbered 79. Swinub (#79) is a chase-tier Common printing in Team Rocket Returns. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes. National Pokédex #220. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Swinub worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $59.29 for Swinub. Low and high spread runs $99.99 to $592.90. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $59.29; Normal: $3.17. 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 | Team Rocket Returns |
|---|---|
| Number | 79 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $59.29 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.36 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $59.29 |
| Normal | $3.17 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 50 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fighting |
| Tackle | Colorless 10 |
| Rest | ColorlessColorless Remove all Special Conditions and all damage counters from Swinub. Swinub is now Asleep. |
| Weakness | Grass ×2 |
How collectible is Swinub?
Swinub is listed as Common 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 Swinub?
Catalog fields: set Team Rocket Returns, rarity Common. Illustrated by Tomokazu Komiya. 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
Swinub (#79) is a chase-tier Common printing in Team Rocket Returns. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Swinub is catalogued as Common printing in Team Rocket Returns, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $59.29 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $59.29; Normal: $3.17).
- Illustrator Tomokazu Komiya 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 $59.29 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Swinub worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $59.29 for ungraded Swinub 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 Swinub from?
Swinub is listed in Team Rocket Returns (EX) as card #79. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Swinub?
Our catalog lists Swinub as Common in Team Rocket Returns. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Swinub good for collectors or players?
Swinub 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 Swinub?
Grading only makes sense when Swinub appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $59.29, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Swinub?
Finish variants of Swinub carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $59.29; Normal: $3.17 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.