Nosepass – Arceus (#69)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Nosepass (#69) is a Common card from Platinum - Arceus released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Harden attack, During your opponent's next turn, if Nosepass would be damaged by an attack, prevent that attack's damage done to Nosepass if that damage is 30 or less.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.35, Cardmarket average sale is €0.12, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.35
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.11
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Arceus
- Card Number
- 69
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Water +10
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Probopass
Attacks & Strategy
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Harden
[Colorless]
During your opponent's next turn, if Nosepass would be damaged by an attack, prevent that attack's damage done to Nosepass if that damage is 30 or less. -
Knock Away
[Fighting, Colorless]
— 20+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Nosepass from Arceus (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Midori Harada.
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 Nosepass 69 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Nosepass's Harden for Colorless energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, if Nosepass would be damaged by an attack, prevent that attack's d...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Water +10
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 #69 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.35 |
�📦 Arceus Set Context
This Nosepass is part of the Arceus expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Midori Harada, 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 Nosepass 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 Midori Harada 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: Nosepass 69 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 Midori Harada. 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 Nosepass 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 Nosepass 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: Nosepass works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.