Dark-pupitar – Neo Destiny (#38)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dark-pupitar (#38) is an Uncommon card from Neo - Neo Destiny released in 2002. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Rock Tackle attack (40 damage), Dark Pupitar does 10 damage to itself. Dark Pupitar can't use this attack during your next turn.. Cardmarket average sale is €3.91, Floor listings start near €0.45.
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.58
- Recent low listing: €0.45
Card Details
- Set
- Neo Destiny
- Card Number
- 38
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 60
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Resistances
- Lightning -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Tyranitar
Attacks & Strategy
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Rock Tackle
[Fighting, Fighting]
— 40
Dark Pupitar does 10 damage to itself. Dark Pupitar can't use this attack during your next turn. -
Explosive Evolution
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon. Don't apply Weakness and Resistance. Then, search your deck for an Evolution card named Dark Tyranitar and put it on Dark Pupitar. (This counts as evolving Dark Pupitar.) Shuffle your deck afterward.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dark-pupitar from Neo Destiny (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2002, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Dark-pupitar 38 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Dark-pupitar's Rock Tackle deals 40 damage for Fighting + Fighting energy. Special effect: Dark Pupitar does 10 damage to itself. Dark Pupitar can't use this attack during your next turn.
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×2 • Resistant to Lightning -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Destiny #38 ← Current | 60 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | N/A |
�📦 Neo Destiny Set Context
This Dark-pupitar is part of the Neo Destiny expansion , released as part of the Neo series in 2002.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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 Dark-pupitar 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
- Uncommon cards from Neo Destiny are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Dark-pupitar 38 was released in 2002 in the Neo Destiny expansion. This set is part of the Neo series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Neo Destiny 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 Dark-pupitar 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 Dark-pupitar 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: Dark-pupitar works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.