Rotom
Rotom is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Forbidden Light (#40). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.71 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2018. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Rotom suits collectors working on Forbidden Light 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 Rotom from Forbidden Light?
Rotom is a Pokémon card in Forbidden Light numbered 40. Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc. National Pokédex #479. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Rotom worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.71 for Rotom. Low and high spread runs $0.31 to $3.31. 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 | Forbidden Light |
|---|---|
| Number | 40 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.71 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.29 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Psychic |
| Plasma Slice | PsychicPsychicPsychic 120 This Pokémon can't attack during your next turn. |
| Roto Motor | If you have 9 or more Pokémon Tool cards in your discard pile, ignore all Energy in the attack cost of each of this Pokémon's attacks. |
| Weakness | Darkness ×2 |
How collectible is Rotom?
Rotom is listed as Rare in Forbidden Light. 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 Rotom?
Catalog fields: set Forbidden Light, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Naoyo Kimura. Format status: Expanded. 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
Rotom from Forbidden Light should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Rotom is catalogued as Rare printing in Forbidden Light, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.71.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $0.71 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Rotom worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.71 for ungraded Rotom from Forbidden Light. 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 Rotom from?
Rotom is listed in Forbidden Light (Sun & Moon) as card #40. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Rotom?
Our catalog lists Rotom as Rare in Forbidden Light. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Rotom good for collectors or players?
Rotom includes gameplay stats in Forbidden Light. 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.