Altaria
Altaria is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Great Encounters (#12). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $13.66 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2008. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Altaria suits collectors working on Great Encounters who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. This printing is from Great Encounters.
What is Altaria from Great Encounters?
Altaria is a Pokémon card in Great Encounters numbered 12. It looks like a fluffy cloud when it is in flight. It hums with its soprano voice. National Pokédex #334. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 12 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Altaria worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $13.66 for Altaria. Low and high spread runs $39.95 to $139.80. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $13.66; Normal: $3.42. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 12 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Great Encounters |
|---|---|
| Number | 12 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $13.66 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.96 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $13.66 |
| Normal | $3.42 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Colorless |
| Evolves from | Swablu |
| Dragonbreath | Colorless 40 Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. |
| Cotton Cloud | ColorlessColorlessColorless 60 During your opponent's next turn, any damage done to Altaria by attacks from your opponent's Evolved Pokémon is reduced by 30 (after applying Weakness and Resistance). |
| Weakness | Colorless +20 |
How collectible is Altaria?
Altaria is listed as Rare in Great Encounters. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 12 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Altaria?
Catalog fields: set Great Encounters, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 12 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare. The set released in 2008.
Cactaur's take
Altaria from Great Encounters should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Altaria is catalogued as Rare printing in Great Encounters, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $13.66 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $13.66; Normal: $3.42).
- Illustrator Kagemaru Himeno has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $13.66 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Altaria worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $13.66 for ungraded Altaria from Great Encounters. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Altaria from?
Altaria is listed in Great Encounters (Diamond & Pearl) as card #12. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Altaria?
Our catalog lists Altaria as Rare in Great Encounters. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Altaria good for collectors or players?
Altaria includes gameplay stats in Great Encounters. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. This printing is from Great Encounters.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Altaria?
Finish variants of Altaria carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $13.66; Normal: $3.42 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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