Raticate
Raticate is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Arceus (#29). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.00 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Raticate suits collectors working on Arceus 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 Raticate from Arceus?
Raticate is a Pokémon card in Arceus numbered 29. It whittles its constantly growing fangs by gnawing on hard things. It can chew apart cinder walls. National Pokédex #20. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Raticate worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.00 for Raticate. Low and high spread runs $1.80 to $43.10. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $3.00; Normal: $0.90. 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 | 29 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $3.00 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.41 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $3.00 |
| Normal | $0.90 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Colorless |
| Evolves from | Rattata |
| Recruit | Colorless Look at your opponent's hand, choose a Supporter card you find there, and discard it. Then, use the effect of that card as the effect of this attack. |
| Extend Fang | Colorless 20+ If Raticate has a Pokémon Tool card attached to it, this attack does 20 damage plus 40 more damage. |
| Weakness | Fighting +20 |
How collectible is Raticate?
Raticate is listed as Rare in Arceus. 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 Raticate?
Catalog fields: set Arceus, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda. 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
Raticate from Arceus should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Raticate is catalogued as Rare printing in Arceus, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $3.00 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $3.00; Normal: $0.90).
- Illustrator Masakazu Fukuda 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 $3.00 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Raticate worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.00 for ungraded Raticate 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 Raticate from?
Raticate is listed in Arceus (Platinum) as card #29. 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 Raticate?
Our catalog lists Raticate as Rare in Arceus. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Raticate good for collectors or players?
Raticate 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.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Raticate?
Finish variants of Raticate carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $3.00; Normal: $0.90 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.