Weezing – Ruby & Sapphire (#24)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Weezing (#24) is a Rare card from EX - Ruby & Sapphire released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Atsuko Nishida and the Confusion Gas attack (10 damage), The Defending Pokémon is now Confused.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.28, Cardmarket average sale is €0.75, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.28
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.66
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Ruby & Sapphire
- Card Number
- 24
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Atsuko Nishida
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Confusion Gas
[Grass]
— 10
The Defending Pokémon is now Confused. -
Poison Smog
[Grass, Colorless]
Each Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. Does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Weezing from Ruby & Sapphire (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Atsuko Nishida.
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 Weezing 24 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Weezing's Confusion Gas deals 10 damage for Grass energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon is now Confused.
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Psychic ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Weezing Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruby & Sapphire #24 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare | $1.28 |
�📦 Ruby & Sapphire Set Context
This Weezing is part of the Ruby & Sapphire expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Atsuko Nishida, 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 Weezing 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 Ruby & Sapphire are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Atsuko Nishida 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: Weezing 24 was released in 2003 in the Ruby & Sapphire expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Atsuko Nishida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Ruby & Sapphire 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 Weezing 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 Weezing 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: Weezing works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.