Ho-Oh
Ho-Oh is a Promo Pokémon TCG printing from HGSS Black Star Promos (#HGSS01). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $48.36 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2010. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Ho-Oh suits collectors working on HGSS Black Star Promos who need the Promo slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Ho-Oh from HGSS Black Star Promos?
Ho-Oh is a Pokémon card in HGSS Black Star Promos numbered HGSS01. A legend says that its body glows in seven colors. A rainbow is said to form behind when it flies. National Pokédex #250. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Ho-Oh worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $48.36 for Ho-Oh. Low and high spread runs $99.99 to $509.70. 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 | HGSS Black Star Promos |
|---|---|
| Number | HGSS01 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $48.36 |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fire |
| Combustion | Fire 20 |
| Sacred Fire | FireFireColorlessColorless Flip a coin. If heads, choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 80 damage to that Pokémon. This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness or Resistance. |
| Weakness | Water ×2 |
How collectible is Ho-Oh?
Ho-Oh is listed as Promo in HGSS Black Star Promos. 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 Ho-Oh?
Catalog fields: set HGSS Black Star Promos, rarity Promo. Illustrated by Takashi Yamaguchi. 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
Ho-Oh (#HGSS01) is a promo-line printing from HGSS Black Star Promos where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Ho-Oh is catalogued as Promo printing in HGSS Black Star Promos, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $48.36.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $48.36 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Ho-Oh worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $48.36 for ungraded Ho-Oh from HGSS Black Star Promos. 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 Ho-Oh from?
Ho-Oh is listed in HGSS Black Star Promos (HeartGold & SoulSilver) as card #HGSS01. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Ho-Oh?
Our catalog lists Ho-Oh as Promo in HGSS Black Star Promos. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Ho-Oh good for collectors or players?
Ho-Oh includes gameplay stats in HGSS Black Star Promos. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.