Kabutops – Arceus (#4)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Kabutops (#4) is a Rare Holo card from Platinum - Arceus released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Hajime Kusajima and the Primal Scythe attack (20+ damage), You may discard Helix Fossil, Dome Fossil, or Old Amber from your hand. If you do, this attack does 20 damage plus 50 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $8.81, Cardmarket average sale is €4.67, Floor listings start near €0.44.
- TCGplayer market price: $8.81
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.20
- Recent low listing: €0.44
Card Details
- Set
- Arceus
- Card Number
- 4
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hajime Kusajima
- HP
- 130
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass +30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Primal Scythe
[Fighting]
— 20+
You may discard Helix Fossil, Dome Fossil, or Old Amber from your hand. If you do, this attack does 20 damage plus 50 more damage. -
Rock Slide
[Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60
Does 10 damage to 2 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Kabutops from Arceus (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hajime Kusajima.
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 Kabutops 4 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Kabutops's Primal Scythe deals 20+ damage for Fighting energy. Special effect: You may discard Helix Fossil, Dome Fossil, or Old Amber from your hand. If you do, this attack does ...
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass +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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arceus #4 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $8.81 |
�📦 Arceus Set Context
This Kabutops is part of the Arceus expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hajime Kusajima, 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 Kabutops 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 cards from Arceus are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hajime Kusajima 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.
More from Arceus
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Kabutops 4 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 Hajime Kusajima. 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 Kabutops 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 Kabutops 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: Kabutops works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.