Koga's Muk
Koga's Muk is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Gym Challenge (#26). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $12.14 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Koga's Muk suits collectors working on Gym Challenge who need the Rare slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Koga's Muk from Gym Challenge?
Koga's Muk is a Pokémon card in Gym Challenge numbered 26. It evolves from Koga's Grimer. National Pokédex #89. 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 Koga's Muk worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $12.14 for Koga's Muk. Low and high spread runs $8.60 to $4321.00. Per-finish references: unlimited: $12.14; 1stEdition: $15.27. 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 | Gym Challenge |
|---|---|
| Number | 26 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $12.14 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €8.54 |
| unlimited | $12.14 |
| 1stEdition | $15.27 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Evolves from | Koga's Grimer |
| Sludge Whirlpool | GrassGrassColorless 40 |
| Energy Drain | If an opponent's attack does damage to Koga's Muk (even if Koga's Muk is Knocked Out), flip a coin. If heads and if it has any, choose 1 Energy card attached to the attacking Pokémon and discard it. This power can't be used if Koga's Muk is already Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed when your opponent attacks. |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Koga's Muk?
Koga's Muk is listed as Rare in Gym Challenge. Promo printings often appeal to completionists tracking event or retail exclusives. 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 Koga's Muk?
Catalog fields: set Gym Challenge, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. 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
Koga's Muk (#26) is a promo-line printing from Gym Challenge where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Koga's Muk is catalogued as Rare printing in Gym Challenge, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $12.14 across finishes (unlimited: $12.14; 1stEdition: $15.27).
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $12.14 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Koga's Muk worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $12.14 for ungraded Koga's Muk from Gym Challenge. 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 Koga's Muk from?
Koga's Muk is listed in Gym Challenge (Gym) as card #26. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Koga's Muk?
Our catalog lists Koga's Muk as Rare in Gym Challenge. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Koga's Muk good for collectors or players?
Koga's Muk includes gameplay stats in Gym Challenge. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Koga's Muk?
Finish variants of Koga's Muk carry separate market listings. unlimited: $12.14; 1stEdition: $15.27 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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