Ninetales
Ninetales is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Platinum (#36). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $21.30 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Ninetales suits collectors working on Platinum who need the Rare slot. Treat $21.30 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Ninetales from Platinum?
Ninetales is a Pokémon card in Platinum numbered 36. Its nine tails are said to be imbued with a mystic power. It can live for a thousand years. National Pokédex #38. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Ninetales worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $21.30 for Ninetales. Low and high spread runs $11.99 to $54.95. 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 | 36 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $21.30 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.93 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 90 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fire |
| Evolves from | Vulpix |
| Flame Bash | Flip a coin until you get tails. Search your deck for a number of basic Fire Energy cards up to the number of heads and attach them to any of your Pokémon in any way you like. Shuffle your deck afterward. |
| Mysterious Flames | FireColorless 40 If you have more Energy in play than your opponent, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned and Confused. |
| Weakness | Water +20 |
How collectible is Ninetales?
Ninetales is listed as Rare in Platinum. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. 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 Ninetales?
Catalog fields: set Platinum, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Suwama Chiaki. 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
Ninetales (#36) is a chase-tier Rare printing in Platinum. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Ninetales is catalogued as Rare printing in Platinum, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $21.30.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $21.30 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Ninetales worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $21.30 for ungraded Ninetales 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 Ninetales from?
Ninetales is listed in Platinum (Platinum) as card #36. 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 Ninetales?
Our catalog lists Ninetales as Rare in Platinum. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Ninetales good for collectors or players?
Ninetales 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.
Should I grade Ninetales?
Grading only makes sense when Ninetales appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $21.30, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.