Gengar
Gengar is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Arceus (#16). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $182.65 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Gengar suits collectors working on Arceus who need the Rare slot. Treat $182.65 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Gengar from Arceus?
Gengar is a Pokémon card in Arceus numbered 16. The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people. National Pokédex #94. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Gengar worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $182.65 for Gengar. Low and high spread runs $399.99 to $2009.80. 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 | Arceus |
|---|---|
| Number | 16 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $182.65 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €9.91 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 110 |
|---|---|
| Types | Psychic |
| Evolves from | Haunter |
| Shadow Skip | PsychicPsychicColorless 60 Does 10 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) You may switch Gengar with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. |
| Curse | Once during your turn (before your attack), you may move 1 damage counter from 1 of your opponent's Pokémon to another of your opponent's Pokémon. This power can't be used if Gengar is affected by a Special Condition. |
| Weakness | Darkness +30 |
How collectible is Gengar?
Gengar is listed as Rare in Arceus. 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 Gengar?
Catalog fields: set Arceus, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Midori Harada. 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
Gengar (#16) is a chase-tier Rare printing in Arceus. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Gengar is catalogued as Rare printing in Arceus, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $182.65.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $182.65 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Gengar worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $182.65 for ungraded Gengar from Arceus. 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 Gengar from?
Gengar is listed in Arceus (Platinum) as card #16. 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 Gengar?
Our catalog lists Gengar as Rare in Arceus. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Gengar good for collectors or players?
Gengar includes gameplay stats in Arceus. 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 Gengar?
Grading only makes sense when Gengar appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $182.65, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.