Spinarak – Neo Genesis (#75)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Spinarak (#75) is a Common card from Neo - Neo Genesis released in 2000. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Scary Face attack, Flip a coin. If heads, until the end of your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon can't attack or retreat.. Cardmarket average sale is €0.37, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.41
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Neo Genesis
- Card Number
- 75
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 40
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Ariados
Attacks & Strategy
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Scary Face
[Colorless]
Flip a coin. If heads, until the end of your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon can't attack or retreat. -
String Shot
[Grass]
— 10
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Spinarak from Neo Genesis (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2000, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
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 Spinarak 75 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Spinarak's Scary Face for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, until the end of your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon can't attac...
Stats Overview: 40 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Spinarak Cards
Looking for other Spinarak cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Genesis #75 ← Current | 40 | 2 attacks | Common | N/A |
�📦 Neo Genesis Set Context
This Spinarak is part of the Neo Genesis expansion , released as part of the Neo series in 2000.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, 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 Spinarak 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 Neo Genesis are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Spinarak 75 was released in 2000 in the Neo Genesis expansion. This set is part of the Neo series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Neo Genesis is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Spinarak 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 Spinarak 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Spinarak works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.