Chinchou
Chinchou is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Neo Genesis (#55). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.49 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Chinchou suits collectors working on Neo Genesis who need the Common 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 Chinchou from Neo Genesis?
Chinchou is a Pokémon card in Neo Genesis numbered 55. It shoots positive and negative electricity between the tips of its two antennae and zaps its enemies. National Pokédex #170. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Chinchou worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.49 for Chinchou. Low and high spread runs $0.25 to $19.40. 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 | 55 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.49 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.62 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 50 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Supersonic | Lightning Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused. |
| Flail | Water 10× Does 10 damage times the number of damage counters on Chinchou. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Chinchou?
Chinchou is listed as Common 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 Chinchou?
Catalog fields: set Neo Genesis, rarity Common. 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
Chinchou from Neo Genesis should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Chinchou is catalogued as Common printing in Neo Genesis, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.49.
- 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 $0.49 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Chinchou worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.49 for ungraded Chinchou 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 Chinchou from?
Chinchou is listed in Neo Genesis (Neo) as card #55. 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 Chinchou?
Our catalog lists Chinchou as Common in Neo Genesis. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Chinchou good for collectors or players?
Chinchou 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.