Aerodactyl – Arceus (#13)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Aerodactyl (#13) is a Rare card from Platinum - Arceus released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Masakazu Fukuda and the Hyper Beam attack (30 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.45, Cardmarket average sale is €1.14, Floor listings start near €0.30.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.45
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.12
- Recent low listing: €0.30
Card Details
- Set
- Arceus
- Card Number
- 13
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Masakazu Fukuda
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Lightning +20
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Unearth
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may search your deck for Helix Fossil, Dome Fossil, or Old Amber, show it your opponent, and put it into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward. This power can't be used if Aerodactyl is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Hyper Beam
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Aerodactyl from Arceus (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Masakazu Fukuda.
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 Aerodactyl 13 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Aerodactyl's Hyper Beam deals 30 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Lightning +20 • Resistant to Fighting -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Aerodactyl Cards
Looking for other Aerodactyl cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arceus #13 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Rare | $1.45 |
�📦 Arceus Set Context
This Aerodactyl is part of the Arceus expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Masakazu Fukuda, 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 Aerodactyl 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 cards from Arceus are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Masakazu Fukuda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Arceus
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Aerodactyl 13 was released in 2009 in the Arceus expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Masakazu Fukuda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Arceus is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Aerodactyl have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Aerodactyl 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Aerodactyl works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.