Gabite – POP Series 9 (#8)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gabite (#8) is an Uncommon card from POP - POP Series 9 released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Burrow attack, Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to Gabite by attacks during your opponent's next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $2.55, Cardmarket average sale is €1.54, Floor listings start near €0.40.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.55
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.68
- Recent low listing: €0.40
Card Details
- Set
- POP Series 9
- Card Number
- 8
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Colorless +20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Garchomp
Attacks & Strategy
-
Burrow
[Colorless]
Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to Gabite by attacks during your opponent's next turn. -
Distored Wave
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60
Before doing damage, remove 2 damage counters from the Defending Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gabite from POP Series 9 (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
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 Gabite 8 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Gabite's Burrow for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to Gabite by attacks during your opponent's next turn...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Colorless +20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Gabite Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POP Series 9 #8 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $2.55 |
�📦 POP Series 9 Set Context
This Gabite is part of the POP Series 9 expansion , released as part of the POP series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Gabite 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 POP Series 9 are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno 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: Gabite 8 was released in 2009 in the POP Series 9 expansion. This set is part of the POP series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: POP Series 9 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 Gabite 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 Gabite 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Gabite works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.