Makuhita – Arceus (#68)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Makuhita (#68) is a Common card from Platinum - Arceus released in 2009. It showcases artwork by sui and the Sand Attack attack, If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.22, Cardmarket average sale is €0.12, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.22
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.13
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Arceus
- Card Number
- 68
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 sui
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Psychic +10
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Hariyama
Attacks & Strategy
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Sand Attack
[Colorless]
If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing. - Magnum Punch [Fighting, Colorless] — 30
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Makuhita from Arceus (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator sui.
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 Makuhita 68 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Makuhita's Sand Attack for Colorless energy. Special effect: If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coi...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Psychic +10
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Makuhita Cards
Looking for other Makuhita cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arceus #68 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.22 |
�📦 Arceus Set Context
This Makuhita is part of the Arceus expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by sui, 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 Makuhita 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 sui 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: Makuhita 68 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 sui. 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 Makuhita 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 Makuhita 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: Makuhita works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.