Lanturn
Lanturn is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Neo Genesis (#38). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.04 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Lanturn suits collectors working on Neo Genesis who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Lanturn from Neo Genesis?
Lanturn is a Pokémon card in Neo Genesis numbered 38. The light it emits is so bright that it can illuminate the sea's surface from a depth of over three miles. National Pokédex #171. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Lanturn worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.04 for Lanturn. Low and high spread runs $0.25 to $4321.00. Per-finish references: unlimited: $1.04; 1stEdition: $2.73. 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 | Neo Genesis |
|---|---|
| Number | 38 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.04 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.88 |
| unlimited | $1.04 |
| 1stEdition | $2.73 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Evolves from | Chinchou |
| Floodlight | LightningLightning 20 Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. |
| Hydroelectric Power | You may make Floodlight do 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Lanturn, but not used to pay for Floodlight's Energy cost. This power can't be used if Lanturn is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Lanturn?
Lanturn is listed as Uncommon in Neo Genesis. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Lanturn?
Catalog fields: set Neo Genesis, rarity Uncommon. 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
Lanturn from Neo Genesis should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Lanturn is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Neo Genesis, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.04 across finishes (unlimited: $1.04; 1stEdition: $2.73).
- 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 $1.04 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Lanturn worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.04 for ungraded Lanturn from Neo Genesis. 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 Lanturn from?
Lanturn is listed in Neo Genesis (Neo) as card #38. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Lanturn?
Our catalog lists Lanturn as Uncommon in Neo Genesis. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Lanturn good for collectors or players?
Lanturn includes gameplay stats in Neo Genesis. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Lanturn?
Finish variants of Lanturn carry separate market listings. unlimited: $1.04; 1stEdition: $2.73 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.