Geodude – Arceus (#65)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Geodude (#65) is a Common card from Platinum - Arceus released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Motofumi Fujiwara and the Stone Barrage attack (10× damage), Flip a coin until you get tails. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.26, Cardmarket average sale is €0.12, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.26
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.11
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Arceus
- Card Number
- 65
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Motofumi Fujiwara
- HP
- 60
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass +10
- Resistances
- Lightning -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Graveler
Attacks & Strategy
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Stone Barrage
[Fighting]
— 10×
Flip a coin until you get tails. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Geodude from Arceus (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Motofumi Fujiwara.
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 Geodude 65 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Geodude's Stone Barrage deals 10× damage for Fighting energy. Special effect: Flip a coin until you get tails. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass +10 • Resistant to Lightning -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Geodude Cards
Looking for other Geodude cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arceus #65 ← Current | 60 | 1 attack | Common | $0.26 |
�📦 Arceus Set Context
This Geodude is part of the Arceus expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Motofumi Fujiwara, 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 Geodude 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 Arceus are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Motofumi Fujiwara 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.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Geodude 65 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 Motofumi Fujiwara. 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: Fighting type Pokémon like Geodude 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 Geodude 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: Geodude works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.