Tangrowth – Great Encounters (#10)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Tangrowth (#10) is a Rare Holo card from Diamond & Pearl - Great Encounters released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Kent Kanetsuna and the Power Whip attack, Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage for each basic Energy card attached to Tangrowth to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $3.85, Cardmarket average sale is €2.49, Floor listings start near €0.30.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.85
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.69
- Recent low listing: €0.30
Card Details
- Set
- Great Encounters
- Card Number
- 10
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kent Kanetsuna
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire +30
- Resistances
- Water -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Power Whip
[Grass]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage for each basic Energy card attached to Tangrowth to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Stick and Absorb
[Grass, Grass, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60
Remove 3 damage counters from Tangrowth. The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Tangrowth from Great Encounters (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kent Kanetsuna.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Tangrowth 10 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Tangrowth's Power Whip for Grass energy. Special effect: Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage for each basic Energy card attached ...
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire +30 • Resistant to Water -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Tangrowth Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Encounters #10 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $3.85 |
�📦 Great Encounters Set Context
This Tangrowth is part of the Great Encounters expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kent Kanetsuna, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Tangrowth card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare Holo cards from Great Encounters are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kent Kanetsuna resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Tangrowth 10 was released in 2008 in the Great Encounters expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kent Kanetsuna. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Great Encounters is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Tangrowth with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Tangrowth card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Tangrowth works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.