Gengar – Arceus (#97)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gengar (#97) is a Rare Holo Lv.x card from Platinum - Arceus released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Shizurow and the Compound Pain attack, This attack does 30 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon that already has any damage counters on it. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $207.22, Cardmarket average sale is €74.65, Floor listings start near €20.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $207.22
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.02
- Recent low listing: €20.00
Card Details
- Set
- Arceus
- Card Number
- 97
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Lv.x
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shizurow
- HP
- 140
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Colorless -20
Abilities
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Level-Down
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon LV.X. Remove the Level-Up card from that Pokémon and have your opponent shuffle that card into his or her deck. The power can't be used if Gengar is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
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Compound Pain
[Psychic, Psychic, Colorless]
This attack does 30 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon that already has any damage counters on it. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gengar from Arceus (Rare Holo Lv.x) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shizurow.
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 Gengar 97 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Gengar's Compound Pain for Psychic + Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 30 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon that already has any damage counters o...
Stats Overview: 140 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×2 • Resistant to Colorless -20
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 #97 ← Current | 140 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Lv.x | $207.22 |
�📦 Arceus Set Context
This Gengar is part of the Arceus expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shizurow, 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 Gengar 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
- Rare Holo Lv.x cards from Arceus are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shizurow resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Arceus
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Gengar 97 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 Shizurow. 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: Psychic type Pokémon like Gengar have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Gengar 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Gengar works best in Psychic type decks.