Gyarados
Gyarados is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from HeartGold & SoulSilver (#4). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $46.33 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2010. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Gyarados suits collectors working on HeartGold & SoulSilver who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $46.33 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver?
Gyarados is a Pokémon card in HeartGold & SoulSilver numbered 4. Once it appears, it goes on a rampage. It remains enraged until it demolishes everything around it. National Pokédex #130. 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 $46.33 for Gyarados. Low and high spread runs $26.20 to $712.78. 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 | HeartGold & SoulSilver |
|---|---|
| Number | 4 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $46.33 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €17.58 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 130 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Magikarp |
| Hydro Splash | WaterColorlessColorless 50 |
| Hyper Beam | WaterWaterColorlessColorless 80 Discard an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon. |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Gyarados?
Gyarados is listed as Rare Holo in HeartGold & SoulSilver. 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. 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 (#4) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in HeartGold & SoulSilver. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Gyarados is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in HeartGold & SoulSilver, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $46.33.
- Illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $46.33 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 $46.33 for ungraded Gyarados from HeartGold & SoulSilver. 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver (HeartGold & SoulSilver) as card #4. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Gyarados?
Our catalog lists Gyarados as Rare Holo in HeartGold & SoulSilver. 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
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 $46.33, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.