Ninetales
Emerald · #38

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. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.

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TCGPlayer market $99.99
Cardmarket trend €0.89
Rarity Uncommon
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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. This printing is from Emerald. Collector number 38 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2005. Part of the EX series.

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. This printing is from Emerald. Collector number 38 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

SetEmerald
Number38
RarityUncommon
TCGPlayer USD$99.99
Cardmarket EUR€0.89
Reverse Holofoil $99.99
Normal $6.86

Gameplay stats

HP80
TypesFire
Evolves fromVulpix
Confuse Ray Fire 10 The Defending Pokémon is now Confused.
Searing Flame FireColorlessColorless 40 The Defending Pokémon is now Burned.
WeaknessWater ×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. This printing is from Emerald. Collector number 38 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2005.

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. This printing is from Emerald. Collector number 38 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2005.

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.

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. This printing is from Emerald.

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. This printing is from Emerald.

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.

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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-16. Last updated: 2026-06-10.