Scrafty – Next Destinies (#74)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Scrafty (#74) is a Rare Holo card from Black & White - Next Destinies released in 2012. It showcases artwork by Naoki Saito and the Rock Head attack (20 damage), During your opponent's next turn, any damage done to this Pokémon by attacks is reduced by 20 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.75, Cardmarket average sale is €0.47, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.75
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.48
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Next Destinies
- Card Number
- 74
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoki Saito
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Rock Head
[Darkness]
— 20
During your opponent's next turn, any damage done to this Pokémon by attacks is reduced by 20 (after applying Weakness and Resistance). -
Hammer Kick
[Darkness, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50+
If this Pokémon has fewer remaining HP than the Defending Pokémon, this attack does 30 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Scrafty from Next Destinies (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2012, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoki Saito.
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 Scrafty 74 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Scrafty's Rock Head deals 20 damage for Darkness energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, any damage done to this Pokémon by attacks is reduced by 20 (after...
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Next Destinies #74 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.75 |
�📦 Next Destinies Set Context
This Scrafty is part of the Next Destinies expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2012.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoki Saito, 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 Scrafty 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 Holo cards from Next Destinies are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Naoki Saito resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Scrafty 74 was released in 2012 in the Next Destinies expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Naoki Saito. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Next Destinies is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Scrafty with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Scrafty 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Scrafty works best in Darkness type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.