Carnivine
Carnivine is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Darkness Ablaze (#5). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.25 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2020. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Carnivine suits collectors working on Darkness Ablaze who need the Uncommon 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 Carnivine from Darkness Ablaze?
Carnivine is a Pokémon card in Darkness Ablaze numbered 5. It binds itself to trees in marshes. It attracts prey with its sweet-smelling drool and gulps them down. National Pokédex #455. This printing is from Darkness Ablaze. Collector number 5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Carnivine worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.25 for Carnivine. Low and high spread runs $0.03 to $19.98. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $0.25; Normal: $0.07. This printing is from Darkness Ablaze. Collector number 5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Darkness Ablaze |
|---|---|
| Number | 5 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.25 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.07 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $0.25 |
| Normal | $0.07 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 90 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Return | Colorless 20 You may draw cards until you have 5 cards in your hand. |
| Giga Drain | GrassColorless 40 Heal from this Pokémon the same amount of damage you did to your opponent's Active Pokémon. |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Carnivine?
Carnivine is listed as Uncommon in Darkness Ablaze. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from Darkness Ablaze. Collector number 5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Carnivine?
Catalog fields: set Darkness Ablaze, rarity Uncommon, regulation D. Illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda. Format status: Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Darkness Ablaze. Collector number 5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Carnivine from Darkness Ablaze should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Carnivine is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Darkness Ablaze, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.25 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $0.25; Normal: $0.07).
- 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: 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 Carnivine worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.25 for ungraded Carnivine from Darkness Ablaze. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Carnivine from?
Carnivine is listed in Darkness Ablaze (Sword & Shield) as card #5. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Carnivine?
Our catalog lists Carnivine as Uncommon in Darkness Ablaze. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Carnivine good for collectors or players?
Carnivine includes gameplay stats in Darkness Ablaze. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. This printing is from Darkness Ablaze.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Carnivine?
Finish variants of Carnivine carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $0.25; Normal: $0.07 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.