Dark-raticate – Team Rocket (#51)

Dark-raticate Pokémon card — Team Rocket #51, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Team Rocket expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Dark-raticate (#51) is a Common card from Base - Team Rocket released in 2000. It showcases artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida and the Gnaw attack (20 damage). Cardmarket average sale is €1.74, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.02
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.02 (CM)

Card Details

Set
Team Rocket
Card Number
51
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 Shin-ichi Yoshida
HP
50
Type
⭐ Colorless
Weaknesses
Fighting ×2
Resistances
Psychic -30
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Gnaw [Colorless, Colorless] — 20
  • Hyper Fang [Colorless, Colorless, Colorless] — 50
    Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Dark-raticate from Team Rocket (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2000, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin-ichi Yoshida.

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-raticate 51 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Dark-raticate's Gnaw deals 20 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy.

Stats Overview: 50 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -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
Team Rocket #51 ← Current 50 2 attacks Common N/A

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�📦 Team Rocket Set Context

This Dark-raticate is part of the Team Rocket expansion , released as part of the Base series in 2000.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Dark-raticate card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Team Rocket are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Shin-ichi Yoshida resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Dark-raticate 51 was released in 2000 in the Team Rocket expansion. This set is part of the Base series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin-ichi Yoshida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Team Rocket is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Dark-raticate 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-raticate card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Colorless energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Dark-raticate works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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