Koga's Beedrill
Koga's Beedrill is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Gym Challenge (#9). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $26.79 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 Beedrill suits collectors working on Gym Challenge who need the Rare Holo 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 Beedrill from Gym Challenge?
Koga's Beedrill is a Pokémon card in Gym Challenge numbered 9. It evolves from Koga's Kakuna. National Pokédex #15. 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 Beedrill worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $26.79 for Koga's Beedrill. Low and high spread runs $17.99 to $4321.00. Per-finish references: unlimitedHolofoil: $26.79; 1st Edition Holofoil: $130.29. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Gym Challenge |
|---|---|
| Number | 9 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $26.79 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €62.15 |
| unlimitedHolofoil | $26.79 |
| 1st Edition Holofoil | $130.29 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Evolves from | Koga's Kakuna |
| Nerve Poison | GrassGrass 20 Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed and Poisoned. |
| Hyper Needle | ColorlessColorlessColorless 70 Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing. Either way, you can't use this attack again as long as Koga's Beedrill stays in play (even putting Koga's Beedrill on the Bench won't let you use it again). |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Koga's Beedrill?
Koga's Beedrill is listed as Rare Holo 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 Beedrill?
Catalog fields: set Gym Challenge, rarity Rare Holo. 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 Beedrill (#9) is a promo-line printing from Gym Challenge where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Koga's Beedrill is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Gym Challenge, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $26.79 across finishes (unlimitedHolofoil: $26.79; 1st Edition Holofoil: $130.29).
- 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 $26.79 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Koga's Beedrill worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $26.79 for ungraded Koga's Beedrill 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 Beedrill from?
Koga's Beedrill is listed in Gym Challenge (Gym) as card #9. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Koga's Beedrill?
Our catalog lists Koga's Beedrill as Rare Holo in Gym Challenge. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Koga's Beedrill good for collectors or players?
Koga's Beedrill 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 Beedrill?
Finish variants of Koga's Beedrill carry separate market listings. unlimitedHolofoil: $26.79; 1st Edition Holofoil: $130.29 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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