Tangrowth – Arceus (#99)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Tangrowth (#99) is a Rare Holo Lv.x card from Platinum - Arceus released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Ryo Ueda and the Big Growth attack, Search your discard pile for as many Grass Energy cards as you like and attach them to your Pokémon in any way you like.. TCGplayer market price sits around $20.93, Cardmarket average sale is €10.13, Floor listings start near €1.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $20.93
- Cardmarket trend price: €16.78
- Recent low listing: €1.99
Card Details
- Set
- Arceus
- Card Number
- 99
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Lv.x
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryo Ueda
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Water -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Healing Growth
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may flip a coin. If heads, remove 4 damage counters from 1 of your Pokémon. This power can't be used if Tangrowth is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Big Growth
[Grass]
Search your discard pile for as many Grass Energy cards as you like and attach them to your Pokémon in any way you like.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Tangrowth from Arceus (Rare Holo Lv.x) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryo Ueda.
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 Tangrowth 99 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Tangrowth's Big Growth for Grass energy. Special effect: Search your discard pile for as many Grass Energy cards as you like and attach them to your Pokémon ...
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Water -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Tangrowth Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arceus #99 ← Current | 130 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Lv.x | $20.93 |
�📦 Arceus Set Context
This Tangrowth is part of the Arceus expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryo Ueda, 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 Tangrowth 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 Lv.x cards from Arceus are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryo Ueda 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.
More from Arceus
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Tangrowth 99 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 Ryo Ueda. 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: Grass type Pokémon like Tangrowth 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 Tangrowth 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: Tangrowth works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.