Grotle
Grotle is a Illustration Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Temporal Forces (#164). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $18.52 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2024. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Grotle suits collectors working on Temporal Forces who need the Illustration Rare slot. Treat $18.52 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Grotle from Temporal Forces?
Grotle is a Pokémon card in Temporal Forces numbered 164. It lives along water in forests. In the daytime, it leaves the forest to sunbathe its treed shell. National Pokédex #388. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Grotle worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $18.52 for Grotle. Low and high spread runs $9.00 to $121.60. 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 | Temporal Forces |
|---|---|
| Number | 164 |
| Rarity | Illustration Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $18.52 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €14.09 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 120 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Evolves from | Turtwig |
| Cut | Grass 20 |
| Ramming Shell | GrassColorlessColorless 50 During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 20 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance). |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Grotle?
Grotle is listed as Illustration Rare in Temporal Forces. 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 Grotle?
Catalog fields: set Temporal Forces, rarity Illustration Rare, regulation H. Illustrated by Oswaldo KATO. 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
Grotle (#164) is a chase-tier Illustration Rare printing in Temporal Forces. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Grotle is catalogued as Illustration Rare printing in Temporal Forces, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $18.52.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $18.52 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Grotle worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $18.52 for ungraded Grotle from Temporal Forces. 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 Grotle from?
Grotle is listed in Temporal Forces (Scarlet & Violet) as card #164. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Grotle?
Our catalog lists Grotle as Illustration Rare in Temporal Forces. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Grotle good for collectors or players?
Grotle includes gameplay stats in Temporal Forces. 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 Grotle?
Grading only makes sense when Grotle appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $18.52, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.