Forretress ex
Forretress ex is a Shiny Ultra Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Paldean Fates (#212). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.13 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2024. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Forretress ex suits collectors working on Paldean Fates who need the Shiny Ultra Rare slot. Treat $1.13 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Forretress ex from Paldean Fates?
Forretress ex is a Pokémon card in Paldean Fates numbered 212. It evolves from Pineco. National Pokédex #205. 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 is Forretress ex worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.13 for Forretress ex. Low and high spread runs $0.25 to $50.00. 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 | Paldean Fates |
|---|---|
| Number | 212 |
| Rarity | Shiny Ultra Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.13 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.85 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 270 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Evolves from | Pineco |
| Guard Press | GrassGrass 120 During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance). |
| Exploding Energy | Once during your turn, you may search your deck for up to 5 Basic Grass Energy cards and attach them to your Pokémon in any way you like. Then, shuffle your deck. If you searched your deck in this way, this Pokémon is Knocked Out. |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Forretress ex?
Forretress ex is listed as Shiny Ultra Rare in Paldean Fates. 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 Forretress ex?
Catalog fields: set Paldean Fates, rarity Shiny Ultra Rare, regulation G. Illustrated by 5ban Graphics. Format status: Standard and 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.
Cactaur's take
Forretress ex (#212) is a chase-tier Shiny Ultra Rare printing in Paldean Fates. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Forretress ex is catalogued as Shiny Ultra Rare printing in Paldean Fates, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.13.
- Illustrator 5ban Graphics 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 $1.13 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Forretress ex worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.13 for ungraded Forretress ex from Paldean Fates. 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 Forretress ex from?
Forretress ex is listed in Paldean Fates (Scarlet & Violet) as card #212. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Forretress ex?
Our catalog lists Forretress ex as Shiny Ultra Rare in Paldean Fates. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Forretress ex good for collectors or players?
Forretress ex includes gameplay stats in Paldean Fates. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
Should I grade Forretress ex?
Grading only makes sense when Forretress ex appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $1.13, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
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