Maractus – Black Bolt (#8)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Maractus (#8) is a Common card from Scarlet & Violet - Black Bolt released in 2025. It showcases artwork by mingo and the Lively Needles attack (20+ damage), If this Pokémon was healed during this turn, this attack does 100 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.06, Cardmarket average sale is €0.04, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.06
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.03
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Black Bolt
- Card Number
- 8
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 mingo
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation I ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Lively Needles
[Grass]
— 20+
If this Pokémon was healed during this turn, this attack does 100 more damage.
💡 Self-healing effect increases survivability in extended matchups. - Pierce [Grass, Colorless] — 50
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Maractus from Black Bolt (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2025, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator mingo.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Maractus 8 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark I, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Maractus's Lively Needles deals 20+ damage for Grass energy. Special effect: If this Pokémon was healed during this turn, this attack does 100 more damage.
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Maractus Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Bolt #8 ← Current | 100 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.06 |
�📦 Black Bolt Set Context
This Maractus is part of the Black Bolt expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2025.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by mingo, 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 Maractus 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 Black Bolt are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by mingo resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Maractus 8 was released in 2025 in the Black Bolt expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by mingo. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Black Bolt is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Maractus with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Maractus 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Maractus works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.