Ariados – HeartGold & SoulSilver (#15)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Ariados (#15) is a Rare card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HeartGold & SoulSilver released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Leech Life attack (30 damage), Remove from Ariados the number of damage counters equal to the damage you did to the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.76, Cardmarket average sale is €0.68, Floor listings start near €0.08.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.76
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.68
- Recent low listing: €0.08
Card Details
- Set
- HeartGold & SoulSilver
- Card Number
- 15
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Leech Life
[Grass, Colorless]
— 30
Remove from Ariados the number of damage counters equal to the damage you did to the Defending Pokémon. -
Poisonous Saliva
[Grass, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Ariados from HeartGold & SoulSilver (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
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 Ariados 15 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Ariados's Leech Life deals 30 damage for Grass + Colorless energy. Special effect: Remove from Ariados the number of damage counters equal to the damage you did to the Defending Pokém...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Ariados Cards
Looking for other Ariados cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HeartGold & SoulSilver #15 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.76 |
�📦 HeartGold & SoulSilver Set Context
This Ariados is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, 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 Ariados 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Ariados 15 was released in 2010 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: HeartGold & SoulSilver 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 Ariados 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 Ariados 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: Ariados works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.