Swellow
Swellow is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Deoxys (#49). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $11.72 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2005. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Swellow suits collectors working on Deoxys who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Swellow from Deoxys?
Swellow is a Pokémon card in Deoxys numbered 49. It evolves from Taillow. National Pokédex #277. 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 Swellow worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $11.72 for Swellow. Low and high spread runs $1.00 to $133.10. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $11.72; Normal: $0.55. 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 | Deoxys |
|---|---|
| Number | 49 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $11.72 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.54 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $11.72 |
| Normal | $0.55 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Colorless |
| Evolves from | Taillow |
| Mid-air Crush | ColorlessColorless Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent discards 1 Energy card, if any, attached to that Pokémon. |
| Nosedive | ColorlessColorless 40 Flip a coin. If tails, Swellow does 10 damage to itself. |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Swellow?
Swellow is listed as Uncommon in Deoxys. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Swellow?
Catalog fields: set Deoxys, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Midori Harada. 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
Swellow from Deoxys should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Swellow is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Deoxys, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $11.72 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $11.72; Normal: $0.55).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $11.72 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Swellow worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $11.72 for ungraded Swellow from Deoxys. 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 Swellow from?
Swellow is listed in Deoxys (EX) as card #49. 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 Swellow?
Our catalog lists Swellow as Uncommon in Deoxys. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Swellow good for collectors or players?
Swellow includes gameplay stats in Deoxys. 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.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Swellow?
Finish variants of Swellow carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $11.72; Normal: $0.55 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.