Pelipper
Pelipper is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Great Encounters (#48). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.02 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?
Pelipper 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 Pelipper from Great Encounters?
Pelipper is a Pokémon card in Great Encounters numbered 48. It dips its large bill in the sea, then scoops up numerous prey along with water. National Pokédex #279. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 48 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Pelipper worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.02 for Pelipper. Low and high spread runs $0.69 to $19.98. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $1.02; Normal: $0.51. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 48 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Great Encounters |
|---|---|
| Number | 48 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.02 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.21 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $1.02 |
| Normal | $0.51 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Wingull |
| Guzzle | Choose up to 2 basic Water Energy cards from your hand and attach them to Pelipper. Remove 2 damage counters for each Energy card attached in this way. |
| Jet Return | WaterColorlessColorless 30× Does 30 times the number of Energy cards attached to Pelipper. Then, put all Energy cards attached to Pelipper on top of your deck. Shuffle your deck afterward. |
| Weakness | Lightning +20 |
How collectible is Pelipper?
Pelipper 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 48 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Pelipper?
Catalog fields: set Great Encounters, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 48 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2008.
Cactaur's take
Pelipper from Great Encounters should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Pelipper is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Great Encounters, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.02 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $1.02; Normal: $0.51).
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori 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 $1.02 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Pelipper worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.02 for ungraded Pelipper from Great Encounters. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Pelipper from?
Pelipper is listed in Great Encounters (Diamond & Pearl) as card #48. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Pelipper?
Our catalog lists Pelipper as Uncommon in Great Encounters. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Pelipper good for collectors or players?
Pelipper 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 Pelipper?
Finish variants of Pelipper carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $1.02; Normal: $0.51 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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