Arceus
Arceus is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Arceus (#AR5). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $45.59 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Arceus suits collectors working on Arceus who need the Rare slot. Treat $45.59 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Arceus from Arceus?
Arceus is a Pokémon card in Arceus numbered AR5. It is said to have emerged from an egg in a place where there was nothing, then shaped the world. National Pokédex #493. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Arceus worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $45.59 for Arceus. Low and high spread runs $37.00 to $399.80. 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 | AR5 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $45.59 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €15.45 |
| Holofoil | $45.59 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Colorless |
| Ripple Swell | If you have 6 Arceus in play and each of them is a different type, search your deck for up to 6 basic Energy cards. Attach each of those Energy cards to a different Pokémon you have in play. Shuffle your deck afterward. |
| Sky Spear | ColorlessColorlessColorless Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 80 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) Remove all Energy cards attached to Arceus and put them in the Lost Zone. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Arceus?
Arceus 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 Arceus?
Catalog fields: set Arceus, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. 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
Arceus (#AR5) is a chase-tier Rare printing in Arceus. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Arceus is catalogued as Rare printing in Arceus, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $45.59.
- Illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $45.59 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Arceus worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $45.59 for ungraded Arceus 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 Arceus from?
Arceus is listed in Arceus (Platinum) as card #AR5. 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 Arceus?
Our catalog lists Arceus as Rare in Arceus. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Arceus good for collectors or players?
Arceus 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 Arceus?
Grading only makes sense when Arceus appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $45.59, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.