Chinchou
Chinchou is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Neo Revelation (#42). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.47 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2001. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Chinchou suits collectors working on Neo Revelation 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 Revelation?
Chinchou is a Pokémon card in Neo Revelation numbered 42. On the dark ocean floor, its only means of communication is its constantly flashing lights. 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 $0.47 for Chinchou. Low and high spread runs $0.25 to $19.98. Per-finish references: unlimited: $0.47; 1stEdition: $1.56. 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 Revelation |
|---|---|
| Number | 42 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.47 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.78 |
| unlimited | $0.47 |
| 1stEdition | $1.56 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 50 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Positive Ion | Lightning 10+ Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 10 more damage. If tails, this attack does 10 damage. |
| Negative Ion | Water 10 If the Defending Pokémon attacks Chinchou during your opponent's next turn, any damage done to Chinchou is reduced by 10 (before applying Weakness and Resistance). (Benching or evolving either Pokémon ends this effect.) |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Chinchou?
Chinchou is listed as Common in Neo Revelation. 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 Revelation, rarity Common. Illustrated by Atsuko Nishida. 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 Revelation should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Chinchou is catalogued as Common printing in Neo Revelation, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.47 across finishes (unlimited: $0.47; 1stEdition: $1.56).
- Illustrator Atsuko Nishida 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 $0.47 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 $0.47 for ungraded Chinchou from Neo Revelation. 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 Revelation (Neo) as card #42. 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 Revelation. 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 Revelation. 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 Chinchou?
Finish variants of Chinchou carry separate market listings. unlimited: $0.47; 1stEdition: $1.56 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.