Toxicroak – Platinum (#40)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Toxicroak (#40) is a Rare card from Platinum - Platinum released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Ryota Saito and the Deep Poison attack (20+ damage), If the Defending Pokémon is Poisoned, this attack does 20 damage plus 40 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.41, Cardmarket average sale is €0.90, Floor listings start near €0.08.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.41
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.50
- Recent low listing: €0.08
Card Details
- Set
- Platinum
- Card Number
- 40
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryota Saito
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Anticipation
Prevent all effects of attacks, excluding damage, done to Toxicroak G.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Deep Poison
[Psychic, Colorless]
— 20+
If the Defending Pokémon is Poisoned, this attack does 20 damage plus 40 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Toxicroak from Platinum (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryota 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 Toxicroak 40 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Toxicroak's Deep Poison deals 20+ damage for Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: If the Defending Pokémon is Poisoned, this attack does 20 damage plus 40 more damage.
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platinum #40 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Rare | $1.41 |
�📦 Platinum Set Context
This Toxicroak is part of the Platinum expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryota 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 Toxicroak 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 Platinum are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryota Saito resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Toxicroak 40 was released in 2009 in the Platinum 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 Ryota Saito. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Platinum is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Toxicroak 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 Toxicroak 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Toxicroak works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.