Arbok – XY (#48)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Arbok (#48) is a Rare card from XY - XY released in 2014. It showcases artwork by Naoki Saito and the Gastro Acid attack (20 damage), The Defending Pokémon has no Abilities until the end of your next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.70, Cardmarket average sale is €0.65, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.70
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.81
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- XY
- Card Number
- 48
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoki Saito
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Gastro Acid
[Colorless]
— 20
The Defending Pokémon has no Abilities until the end of your next turn. -
Poison Jab
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Arbok from XY (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2014, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoki Saito.
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 Arbok 48 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Arbok's Gastro Acid deals 20 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon has no Abilities until the end of your next turn.
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XY #48 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.70 |
�📦 XY Set Context
This Arbok is part of the XY expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2014.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoki Saito, 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 Arbok 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 XY are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Naoki Saito resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from XY
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Arbok 48 was released in 2014 in the XY expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Naoki Saito. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: XY is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Arbok with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Arbok 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Arbok works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.