Raticate – BREAKpoint (#88)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Raticate (#88) is a Rare card from XY - BREAKpoint released in 2016. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Dirty Shock attack, Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned. Discard all Pokémon Tool cards attached to that Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.19, Cardmarket average sale is €0.41, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.19
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.40
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- BREAKpoint
- Card Number
- 88
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
Abilities
-
Antibodies
This Pokémon can't be affected by any Special Conditions. (Remove any Special Conditions affecting this Pokémon.)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Dirty Shock
[Colorless]
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned. Discard all Pokémon Tool cards attached to that Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Raticate from BREAKpoint (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
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 Raticate 88 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Raticate's Dirty Shock for Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned. Discard all Pokémon Tool cards attached to that Poké...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Raticate Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BREAKpoint #88 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.19 |
�📦 BREAKpoint Set Context
This Raticate is part of the BREAKpoint expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Raticate 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
- Rare cards from BREAKpoint are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from BREAKpoint
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Raticate 88 was released in 2016 in the BREAKpoint expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: BREAKpoint is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Raticate have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Raticate 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Raticate works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.