Zubat – Team Rocket (#70)

Zubat Pokémon card — Team Rocket #70, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Team Rocket expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Zubat (#70) is a Common card from Base - Team Rocket released in 2000. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Ram attack (10 damage). Cardmarket average sale is €0.60, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • Cardmarket trend price: €1.45
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €1.45 (CM)

Card Details

Set
Team Rocket
Card Number
70
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
HP
40
Type
🌿 Grass
Weaknesses
Psychic ×2
Resistances
Fighting -30
Evolves To
Golbat

Attacks & Strategy

  • Ram [Colorless] — 10
  • Bite [Grass, Colorless] — 20
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Golbat for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Zubat from Team Rocket (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2000, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.

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 Zubat 70 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Zubat's Ram deals 10 damage for Colorless energy.

Stats Overview: 40 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Psychic ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30

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
Team Rocket #70 ← Current 40 2 attacks Common N/A

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�📦 Team Rocket Set Context

This Zubat is part of the Team Rocket expansion , released as part of the Base series in 2000.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Zubat card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Team Rocket are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita 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: Zubat 70 was released in 2000 in the Team Rocket expansion. This set is part of the Base series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Team Rocket 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 Zubat 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 Zubat card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Grass energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Zubat works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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