Maractus
Maractus is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Sword & Shield (#7). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.22 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2020. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Maractus suits collectors working on Sword & Shield who need the Common slot. This is typically a low-cost slot for master sets; avoid overpaying unless you need a specific finish or near-gem condition.
What is Maractus from Sword & Shield?
Maractus is a Pokémon card in Sword & Shield numbered 7. With noises that could be mistaken for the rattles of maracas, it creates an upbeat rhythm, startling bird Pokémon and making them fly off in a hurry. National Pokédex #556. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Maractus worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.22 for Maractus. Low and high spread runs $0.13 to $19.98. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $0.22; Normal: $0.06. 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 | 7 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.22 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.08 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $0.22 |
| Normal | $0.06 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 110 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Zzzt | Colorless 20 |
| Powerful Needles | GrassColorless 60× Flip a coin for each Energy attached to this Pokémon. This attack does 60 damage for each heads. |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Maractus?
Maractus is listed as Common 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 Maractus?
Catalog fields: set Sword & Shield, rarity Common, regulation D. Illustrated by Atsuko Nishida. 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
Maractus from Sword & Shield should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Maractus is catalogued as Common printing in Sword & Shield, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.22 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $0.22; Normal: $0.06).
- Illustrator Atsuko Nishida 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: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific reverse holo finish.
FAQ
How much is Maractus worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.22 for ungraded Maractus 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 Maractus from?
Maractus is listed in Sword & Shield (Sword & Shield) as card #7. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Maractus?
Our catalog lists Maractus as Common in Sword & Shield. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Maractus good for collectors or players?
Maractus includes gameplay stats in Sword & Shield. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Maractus?
Finish variants of Maractus carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $0.22; Normal: $0.06 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.