Beedrill – Arceus (#53)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Beedrill (#53) is a Common card from Platinum - Arceus released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Wataru Kawahara and the Raid attack (10 damage), If you played Beedrill G from your hand during this turn, this attack's base damage is 40 instead of 10.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.40, Cardmarket average sale is €0.19, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.40
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.23
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Arceus
- Card Number
- 53
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Wataru Kawahara
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Raid
[Grass]
— 10
If you played Beedrill G from your hand during this turn, this attack's base damage is 40 instead of 10. -
Fury Attack
[Grass, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30×
Flip 3 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Beedrill from Arceus (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Wataru Kawahara.
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 Beedrill 53 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Beedrill's Raid deals 10 damage for Grass energy. Special effect: If you played Beedrill G from your hand during this turn, this attack's base damage is 40 instead of...
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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arceus #53 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.40 |
�📦 Arceus Set Context
This Beedrill is part of the Arceus expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Wataru Kawahara, 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 Beedrill 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
- Common cards from Arceus are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Wataru Kawahara 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: Beedrill 53 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 Wataru Kawahara. 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: Grass type Pokémon like Beedrill 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 Beedrill 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: Beedrill works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.