Drapion
Drapion is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Sword & Shield (#122). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.20 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2020. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Drapion suits collectors working on Sword & Shield 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 Drapion from Sword & Shield?
Drapion is a Pokémon card in Sword & Shield numbered 122. It's so vicious that it's called the Sand Demon. Yet when confronted by Hippowdon, Drapion keeps a low profile and will never pick a fight. National Pokédex #452. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Drapion worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.20 for Drapion. Low and high spread runs $0.07 to $1.49. 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 | Sword & Shield |
|---|---|
| Number | 122 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.20 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.32 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 140 |
|---|---|
| Types | Darkness |
| Evolves from | Skorupi |
| Hard Press | DarknessColorlessColorless 80 Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed. |
| Toxic Strike | DarknessDarknessColorlessColorless 130 Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Drapion?
Drapion is listed as Rare in Sword & Shield. 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 Drapion?
Catalog fields: set Sword & Shield, rarity Rare, regulation D. Illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda. 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
Drapion from Sword & Shield should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Drapion is catalogued as Rare printing in Sword & Shield, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.20.
- 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 $0.20 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Drapion worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.20 for ungraded Drapion from Sword & Shield. 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 Drapion from?
Drapion is listed in Sword & Shield (Sword & Shield) as card #122. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Drapion?
Our catalog lists Drapion as Rare in Sword & Shield. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Drapion good for collectors or players?
Drapion includes gameplay stats in Sword & Shield. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.