Combusken
Great Encounters · #35

Combusken

Combusken is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Great Encounters (#35). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.98 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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TCGPlayer market $2.98
Cardmarket trend €0.26
Rarity Uncommon
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Who is this card for?

Combusken suits collectors working on Great Encounters who need the Uncommon 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 Combusken from Great Encounters?

Combusken is a Pokémon card in Great Encounters numbered 35. Its kicking mastery lets it loose 10 kicks per second. It emits sharp cries to intimidate foes. National Pokédex #256. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 35 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What is Combusken worth today?

Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.98 for Combusken. Low and high spread runs $2.24 to $69.90. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $2.98; Normal: $0.92. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 35 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

SetGreat Encounters
Number35
RarityUncommon
TCGPlayer USD$2.98
Cardmarket EUR€0.26
Reverse Holofoil $2.98
Normal $0.92

Gameplay stats

HP80
TypesFire
Evolves fromTorchic
Bulk Up Fire 30 During your next turn, each of Combusken's attacks does 30 more damage to the Defending Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance).
Double Kick FireColorlessColorless 50× Flip 2 coins. This attack does 50 damage times the number of heads.
WeaknessWater +20

How collectible is Combusken?

Combusken is listed as Uncommon 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 35 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What are the key details for Combusken?

Catalog fields: set Great Encounters, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Naoyo Kimura. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 35 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2008.

Cactaur's take

Combusken from Great Encounters should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.

Pros

  • Combusken is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Great Encounters, making set and number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $2.98 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $2.98; Normal: $0.92).

Cons

  • Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.

Verdict: Use $2.98 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

How much is Combusken worth?

Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.98 for ungraded Combusken from Great Encounters. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.

What set is Combusken from?

Combusken is listed in Great Encounters (Diamond & Pearl) as card #35. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.

How rare is Combusken?

Our catalog lists Combusken as Uncommon in Great Encounters. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.

Is Combusken good for collectors or players?

Combusken 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 Combusken?

Finish variants of Combusken carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $2.98; Normal: $0.92 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.

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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-16. Last updated: 2026-06-10.