Piplup
Piplup is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Brilliant Stars (#35). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.22 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2022. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Piplup suits collectors working on Brilliant Stars who need the Common 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 Piplup from Brilliant Stars?
Piplup is a Pokémon card in Brilliant Stars numbered 35. Because it is very proud, it hates accepting food from people. Its thick down guards it from cold. National Pokédex #393. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Piplup worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.22 for Piplup. Low and high spread runs $0.01 to $1000.15. Per-finish references: Normal: $0.22; Reverse Holofoil: $0.33. 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 | Brilliant Stars |
|---|---|
| Number | 35 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.22 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.03 |
| Normal | $0.22 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $0.33 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 60 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Bubble | Water 10 Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed. |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Piplup?
Piplup is listed as Common in Brilliant Stars. 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 Piplup?
Catalog fields: set Brilliant Stars, rarity Common, regulation F. Illustrated by Atsushi Furusawa. 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
Piplup from Brilliant Stars should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Piplup is catalogued as Common printing in Brilliant Stars, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.22 across finishes (Normal: $0.22; Reverse Holofoil: $0.33).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $0.22 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Piplup worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.22 for ungraded Piplup from Brilliant Stars. 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 Piplup from?
Piplup is listed in Brilliant Stars (Sword & Shield) as card #35. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Piplup?
Our catalog lists Piplup as Common in Brilliant Stars. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Piplup good for collectors or players?
Piplup includes gameplay stats in Brilliant Stars. 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.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Piplup?
Finish variants of Piplup carry separate market listings. Normal: $0.22; Reverse Holofoil: $0.33 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.