Gyarados
Gyarados is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Deoxys (#8). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $212.50 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2005. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Gyarados suits collectors working on Deoxys who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $212.50 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Gyarados from Deoxys?
Gyarados is a Pokémon card in Deoxys numbered 8. It evolves from Magikarp. National Pokédex #130. 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 Gyarados worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $212.50 for Gyarados. Low and high spread runs $399.99 to $550.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $212.50; Holofoil: $93.33; Normal: $86.84. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Deoxys |
|---|---|
| Number | 8 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $212.50 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €45.52 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $212.50 |
| Holofoil | $93.33 |
| Normal | $86.84 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 90 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Magikarp |
| Dragon Spark | Water This attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Full Retaliation | ColorlessColorless 20× Does 20 damage times the number of damage counters on all of your Magikarp. |
| Pulverize | WaterWaterColorlessColorless 50+ If the Defending Pokémon already has at least 2 damage counters on it, this attack does 50 damage plus 50 more damage. |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Gyarados?
Gyarados is listed as Rare Holo in Deoxys. 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 Gyarados?
Catalog fields: set Deoxys, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Hisao Nakamura. 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
Gyarados (#8) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Deoxys. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Gyarados is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Deoxys, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $212.50 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $212.50; Holofoil: $93.33; Normal: $86.84).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $212.50 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Gyarados worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $212.50 for ungraded Gyarados 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 Gyarados from?
Gyarados is listed in Deoxys (EX) as card #8. 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 Gyarados?
Our catalog lists Gyarados as Rare Holo in Deoxys. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Gyarados good for collectors or players?
Gyarados 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.
Should I grade Gyarados?
Grading only makes sense when Gyarados appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $212.50, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Gyarados?
Finish variants of Gyarados carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $212.50; Holofoil: $93.33; Normal: $86.84 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.