Ninetales
Ninetales is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Emerald (#38). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $99.99 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2005. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Ninetales suits collectors working on Emerald who need the Uncommon slot. Treat $99.99 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Ninetales from Emerald?
Ninetales is a Pokémon card in Emerald numbered 38. It evolves from Vulpix. National Pokédex #38. 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 Ninetales worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $99.99 for Ninetales. Low and high spread runs $99.99 to $220.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $99.99; Normal: $6.86. 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 | Emerald |
|---|---|
| Number | 38 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $99.99 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.89 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $99.99 |
| Normal | $6.86 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fire |
| Evolves from | Vulpix |
| Confuse Ray | Fire 10 The Defending Pokémon is now Confused. |
| Searing Flame | FireColorlessColorless 40 The Defending Pokémon is now Burned. |
| Weakness | Water ×2 |
How collectible is Ninetales?
Ninetales is listed as Uncommon in Emerald. 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 Ninetales?
Catalog fields: set Emerald, 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
Ninetales (#38) is a chase-tier Uncommon printing in Emerald. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Ninetales is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Emerald, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $99.99 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $99.99; Normal: $6.86).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $99.99 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Ninetales worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $99.99 for ungraded Ninetales from Emerald. 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 Ninetales from?
Ninetales is listed in Emerald (EX) as card #38. 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 Ninetales?
Our catalog lists Ninetales as Uncommon in Emerald. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Ninetales good for collectors or players?
Ninetales includes gameplay stats in Emerald. 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 Ninetales?
Grading only makes sense when Ninetales appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $99.99, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Ninetales?
Finish variants of Ninetales carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $99.99; Normal: $6.86 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.