Ninetales – Hidden Legends (#22)

Ninetales Pokémon card — Hidden Legends #22, Rare
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Hidden Legends expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Ninetales (#22) is a Rare card from EX - Hidden Legends released in 2004. It showcases artwork by Toshinao Aoki and the Quick Attack attack (20+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 20 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $2.57, Cardmarket average sale is €2.39, Floor listings start near €0.10.

  • TCGplayer market price: $2.57
  • Cardmarket trend price: €1.35
  • Recent low listing: €0.10
Current Prices: €1.35 (CM) $2.57 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Hidden Legends
Card Number
22
Rarity
✨ Rare
Illustrator
🎨 Toshinao Aoki
HP
70
Type
🔥 Fire
Weaknesses
Water ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Abilities

  • Safeguard
    Prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to Ninetales by your opponent's Pokémon-ex.

Attacks & Strategy

  • Quick Attack [Colorless, Colorless] — 20+
    Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 20 more damage.
  • Will-o'-the-wisp [Fire, Colorless, Colorless] — 50

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Ninetales from Hidden Legends (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2004, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Toshinao Aoki.

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 Ninetales 22 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Ninetales's Quick Attack deals 20+ damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 20 more damage.

Stats Overview: 70 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×2

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
Hidden Legends #22 ← Current 70 2 attacks Rare $2.57

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�📦 Hidden Legends Set Context

This Ninetales is part of the Hidden Legends expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2004.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Toshinao Aoki, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Ninetales card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 cards from Hidden Legends are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Toshinao Aoki resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Ninetales 22 was released in 2004 in the Hidden Legends expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Toshinao Aoki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Hidden Legends is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Ninetales 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 Ninetales card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fire energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Ninetales works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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