Carracosta
Black Bolt · #23

Carracosta

Carracosta is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Black Bolt (#23). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.16 for ungraded copies. Regulation mark I applies for current format checks. The set released in 2025. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.

Black Bolt set collectorsStandard and Expanded deck builders UnlimitedStandardExpanded
TCGPlayer market $0.16
Cardmarket trend €0.06
Rarity Rare
App coming soon

Market

on eBay
Floor ask
Market $0.16
Spread
Listed
Auctions
Buy zone reserved Watchlist zone reserved

Some links may earn Cactaur a commission when you purchase on eBay.

Who is this card for?

Carracosta suits collectors working on Black Bolt who need the Rare slot. Players should confirm Standard or Expanded legality and regulation mark before buying for tournament use, not just for binder display.

What is Carracosta from Black Bolt?

Carracosta is a Pokémon card in Black Bolt numbered 23. They can live both in the ocean and on land. A slap from one of them is enough to open a hole in the bottom of a tanker. National Pokédex #565. This printing is from Black Bolt.

What is Carracosta worth today?

Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.16 for Carracosta. Low and high spread runs $0.01 to $19.98. Per-finish references: Holofoil: $0.16; Reverse Holofoil: $0.21. This printing is from Black Bolt. Collector number 23 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

SetBlack Bolt
Number23
RarityRare
TCGPlayer USD$0.16
Cardmarket EUR€0.06
Holofoil $0.16
Reverse Holofoil $0.21

Gameplay stats

HP180
TypesWater
Evolves fromTirtouga
Big Bite WaterColorlessColorless 150 During your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon can't retreat.
Mighty Shell Prevent all damage from and effects of attacks done to this Pokémon by your opponent's Pokémon that have any Special Energy attached.
WeaknessLightning ×2

How collectible is Carracosta?

Carracosta is listed as Rare in Black Bolt. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from Black Bolt. Collector number 23 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What are the key details for Carracosta?

Catalog fields: set Black Bolt, rarity Rare, regulation I. Illustrated by Gemi. Format status: Standard and Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Black Bolt. Collector number 23 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

Cactaur's take

Carracosta (#23) has Standard and Expanded relevance in Black Bolt; deck demand can lift prices independently of pure collector interest.

Pros

  • Carracosta is catalogued as Rare printing in Black Bolt, making set and number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.16 across finishes (Holofoil: $0.16; Reverse Holofoil: $0.21).

Cons

  • Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
  • Regulation mark I will eventually rotate; tournament value can drop even if collector demand remains.

Verdict: Use $0.16 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

How much is Carracosta worth?

Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.16 for ungraded Carracosta from Black Bolt. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.

What set is Carracosta from?

Carracosta is listed in Black Bolt (Scarlet & Violet) as card #23. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.

How rare is Carracosta?

Our catalog lists Carracosta as Rare in Black Bolt. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.

Is Carracosta good for collectors or players?

Carracosta is Standard and Expanded-legal in our catalog snapshot and includes gameplay stats for Black Bolt. Players should still confirm regulation mark I; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant.

Is Carracosta legal in Standard?

Carracosta shows Standard-legal status in our catalog with regulation mark I. Always verify the physical card before tournament play because reprints and promos can differ.

What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Carracosta?

Finish variants of Carracosta carry separate market listings. Holofoil: $0.16; Reverse Holofoil: $0.21 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.

Related cards

Trust & data sources. Cactaur displays catalog and market data from pokemontcg.io embedded TCGPlayer/Cardmarket references. Prices change frequently and are not guarantees.

Cactaur does not authenticate cards or guarantee values. Scan your copy in the iPhone app for condition-aware guidance.

Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-16. Last updated: 2026-06-10.