Bastiodon
Bastiodon is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Platinum (#20). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.84 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Bastiodon suits collectors working on Platinum who need the Rare 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 Bastiodon from Platinum?
Bastiodon is a Pokémon card in Platinum numbered 20. It evolves from Shieldon. National Pokédex #411. 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 is Bastiodon worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.84 for Bastiodon. Low and high spread runs $2.56 to $70.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $2.84; Normal: $1.38. 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 | Platinum |
|---|---|
| Number | 20 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $2.84 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.19 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $2.84 |
| Normal | $1.38 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 130 |
|---|---|
| Types | Metal |
| Evolves from | Shieldon |
| Iron Defense | MetalMetalColorless 30 Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all effects of an attack, including damage, done to Bastiodon during your opponent's next turn. |
| Iron Tackle | MetalMetalColorlessColorless 80 Bastiodon does 30 damage to itself. |
| Metal Trait | As long as Bastiodon has a Pokémon Tool attached to it, remove 1 damage counter from Bastiodon between turns. |
| Weakness | Fire +30 |
How collectible is Bastiodon?
Bastiodon is listed as Rare in Platinum. 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 Bastiodon?
Catalog fields: set Platinum, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. 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
Bastiodon from Platinum should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Bastiodon is catalogued as Rare printing in Platinum, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $2.84 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $2.84; Normal: $1.38).
- Illustrator Kagemaru Himeno 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 $2.84 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Bastiodon worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.84 for ungraded Bastiodon from Platinum. 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 Bastiodon from?
Bastiodon is listed in Platinum (Platinum) as card #20. 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 Bastiodon?
Our catalog lists Bastiodon as Rare in Platinum. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Bastiodon good for collectors or players?
Bastiodon includes gameplay stats in Platinum. 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 Bastiodon?
Finish variants of Bastiodon carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $2.84; Normal: $1.38 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.