Pupitar – POP Series 1 (#9)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Pupitar (#9) is an Uncommon card from POP - POP Series 1 released in 2004. It showcases artwork by Hisao Nakamura and the Rock Smash attack (20+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $5.37, Cardmarket average sale is €0.98, Floor listings start near €0.75.
- TCGplayer market price: $5.37
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.75
- Recent low listing: €0.75
Card Details
- Set
- POP Series 1
- Card Number
- 9
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hisao Nakamura
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Tyranitar
Attacks & Strategy
-
Rock Smash
[Fighting, Colorless]
— 20+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Pupitar from POP Series 1 (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2004, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hisao Nakamura.
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 Pupitar 9 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Pupitar's Rock Smash deals 20+ damage for Fighting + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Fighting 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POP Series 1 #9 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $5.37 |
�📦 POP Series 1 Set Context
This Pupitar is part of the POP Series 1 expansion , released as part of the POP series in 2004.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hisao Nakamura, 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 Pupitar 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
- Uncommon cards from POP Series 1 are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hisao Nakamura 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Pupitar 9 was released in 2004 in the POP Series 1 expansion. This set is part of the POP series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Hisao Nakamura. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: POP Series 1 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 Pupitar have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Pupitar 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: Pupitar works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.