Cubchoo – Next Destinies (#36)

Price Overview & Key Facts
Cubchoo (#36) is a Common card from Black & White - Next Destinies released in 2012. It showcases artwork by Atsuko Nishida and the Sniffle attack, During your next turn, this Pokémon's Belt attack's base damage is 40.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.24, Cardmarket average sale is €0.09, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.24
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.11
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Next Destinies
- Card Number
- 36
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Atsuko Nishida
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Beartic
Attacks & Strategy
-
Sniffle
[Water]
During your next turn, this Pokémon's Belt attack's base damage is 40. - Belt [Water, Colorless] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Cubchoo from Next Destinies (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2012, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Atsuko Nishida.
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 Cubchoo 36 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Cubchoo's Sniffle for Water energy. Special effect: During your next turn, this Pokémon's Belt attack's base damage is 40.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Cubchoo Cards
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Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Next Destinies #36 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.24 |
�📦 Next Destinies Set Context
This Cubchoo is part of the Next Destinies expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2012.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Atsuko Nishida, 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 Cubchoo 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 Next Destinies are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Atsuko Nishida resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Cubchoo 36 was released in 2012 in the Next Destinies expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Atsuko Nishida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Next Destinies is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Cubchoo 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 Cubchoo 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Cubchoo works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.