Inkay
Inkay is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from XY (#74). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.02 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2014. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Inkay suits collectors working on XY who need the Uncommon 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 Inkay from XY?
Inkay is a Pokémon card in XY numbered 74. Opponents who stare at the flashing of the light-emitting spots on its body become dazed and lose their will to fight. National Pokédex #686. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Inkay worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.02 for Inkay. Low and high spread runs $0.55 to $19.98. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $1.02; Normal: $0.34. 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 | XY |
|---|---|
| Number | 74 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.02 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.15 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $1.02 |
| Normal | $0.34 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 60 |
|---|---|
| Types | Darkness |
| Confusion Wave | Darkness Both Active Pokémon are now Confused. |
| Upside-Down Evolution | Once during your turn, (before your attack), if this Pokémon is Confused, you may search your deck for a card that evolves from this Pokémon and put it onto this Pokémon. (This counts as evolving this Pokémon.) Shuffle your deck afterward. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Inkay?
Inkay is listed as Uncommon in XY. 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 Inkay?
Catalog fields: set XY, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by 5ban Graphics. 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
Inkay from XY should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Inkay is catalogued as Uncommon printing in XY, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.02 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $1.02; Normal: $0.34).
- Illustrator 5ban Graphics 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 $1.02 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Inkay worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.02 for ungraded Inkay from XY. 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 Inkay from?
Inkay is listed in XY (XY) as card #74. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Inkay?
Our catalog lists Inkay as Uncommon in XY. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Inkay good for collectors or players?
Inkay includes gameplay stats in XY. 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 Inkay?
Finish variants of Inkay carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $1.02; Normal: $0.34 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.