Arceus
Arceus (pl4) is a mainline Pokémon TCG set (Platinum) from 2009-11-04 with 111 catalogued printings. Gengar LV.X near $393.97 anchors current chase interest. Median reference $5.00 across priced printings. Cactaur aggregates rarity splits, chase links, and a completion value snapshot so collectors and future sellers share one factual set index keyed to pokemon:en:pl4.
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What is Arceus?
On Cactaur, Arceus groups 111 indexed printings, dated 2009-11-04 in our catalog. Notable market references include Gengar LV.X, Ponyta, Gengar. Priced printings center around a $5.00 median snapshot. Catalog key pokemon:en:pl4 powers this hub: rarity counts, chase links, and a full card table so you can plan singles purchases or future marketplace bids with the same data Cactaur uses on card pages.
What is Arceus?
Arceus is catalogued as a mainline Pokémon TCG set under slug pl4. Cactaur lists 111 printings compared with an official count of 111, pulling rarity, artwork, and market references from our ingest pipeline. Set pages complement card detail pages by showing how chase cards rank within the entire pool and how rarities stack for completionists.
When was Arceus released?
Released 2009-11-04, Arceus belongs to the Platinum era. Collectors use release timing to judge supply: early Platinum sets often dry up once rotation or reprint news hits. Official count 111; indexed 111. Arceus is indexed under slug pl4 in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
What are the chase cards in Arceus?
Top of the Arceus market snapshot: Gengar LV.X, Ponyta, Gengar, Shinx. These names anchor most sealed-to-singles arbitrage math; verify holo/reverse variants on each card page before you buy. Arceus is indexed under slug pl4 in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
How much is Arceus worth?
Adding priced singles yields a $2444.97 rough index across 111 printings (low $0.54, median $5.00, high $393.97). That sum is not a sealed-box price—it is a catalog thought experiment for set completion at near-mint references. Arceus is indexed under slug pl4 in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
How do you complete Arceus?
Complete Arceus by acquiring bulk commons/uncommons first, then rare holos, then top chase cards. Rarity mix: 6× Rare Holo LV.X, 32× Rare, 33× Common, 12× Rare Holo, 28× Uncommon. Reserved anchors on this page (#set-buy, #set-watch) will later tie into marketplace carts and collection tracking.
Chase cards
Rarity breakdown
| Common | 33 |
|---|---|
| Rare | 32 |
| Uncommon | 28 |
| Rare Holo | 12 |
| Rare Holo LV.X | 6 |
All cards in Arceus
| Card | # | Rarity | Market USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gengar LV.X | 97 | Rare Holo LV.X | $393.97 |
| Ponyta | SH11 | Rare | $193.74 |
| Gengar | 16 | Rare | $182.65 |
| Shinx | SH12 | Rare | $151.08 |
| Gengar | 17 | Rare | $108.49 |
| Salamence LV.X | 98 | Rare Holo LV.X | $93.66 |
| Bagon | SH10 | Rare | $90.17 |
| Charmander | 59 | Common | $85.50 |
| Arceus LV.X | 95 | Rare Holo LV.X | $63.27 |
| Arceus | AR1 | Rare | $55.79 |
| Charizard | 1 | Rare Holo | $54.79 |
| Arceus | AR4 | Rare | $50.30 |
| Arceus LV.X | 94 | Rare Holo LV.X | $47.01 |
| Arceus | AR5 | Rare | $45.59 |
| Arceus LV.X | 96 | Rare Holo LV.X | $40.04 |
| Arceus | AR9 | Rare | $37.47 |
| Pikachu | 71 | Common | $35.00 |
| Tangrowth LV.X | 99 | Rare Holo LV.X | $34.02 |
| Arceus | AR7 | Rare | $33.47 |
| Arceus | AR2 | Rare | $33.43 |
| Arceus | AR3 | Rare | $32.77 |
| Arceus | AR8 | Rare | $31.00 |
| Pichu | 25 | Rare | $26.25 |
| Zapdos G | 12 | Rare Holo | $25.63 |
| Arceus | AR6 | Rare | $24.73 |
| Haunter | 41 | Uncommon | $23.03 |
| Raichu | 27 | Rare | $22.35 |
| Gastly | 64 | Common | $19.99 |
| Treecko | 78 | Common | $18.80 |
| Ponyta | 46 | Uncommon | $16.42 |
| Haunter | 42 | Uncommon | $16.37 |
| Snorunt | 75 | Common | $16.13 |
| Sceptile | 31 | Rare | $15.40 |
| Charmeleon | 35 | Uncommon | $14.85 |
| Kabutops | 4 | Rare Holo | $13.78 |
| Cherubi | 60 | Common | $13.36 |
| Burmy Sandy Cloak | 57 | Common | $12.49 |
| Cherrim | 15 | Rare | $12.47 |
| Gastly | 36 | Uncommon | $11.27 |
| Croagunk | 61 | Common | $9.77 |
| Salamence | 8 | Rare Holo | $9.36 |
| Treecko | 79 | Common | $9.24 |
| Spiritomb | 32 | Rare | $9.12 |
| Froslass | 2 | Rare Holo | $8.19 |
| Porygon-Z G | 26 | Rare | $8.07 |
| Lopunny | 21 | Rare | $7.51 |
| Golem | 19 | Rare | $6.75 |
| Shinx | 74 | Common | $6.70 |
| Rapidash | 28 | Rare | $6.35 |
| Aerodactyl | 13 | Rare | $6.33 |
| Sceptile | 30 | Rare | $5.78 |
| Toxicroak | 11 | Rare Holo | $5.64 |
| Luxray | 5 | Rare Holo | $5.36 |
| Makuhita | 68 | Common | $5.36 |
| Omanyte | 70 | Common | $5.00 |
| Ponyta | 72 | Common | $5.00 |
| Swalot | 9 | Rare Holo | $4.75 |
| Nosepass | 69 | Common | $4.68 |
| Buneary | 55 | Common | $4.52 |
| Omastar | 23 | Rare | $4.46 |
| Rattata | 73 | Common | $4.31 |
| Manectric | 22 | Rare | $4.14 |
| Gulpin | 40 | Uncommon | $4.06 |
| Kabuto | 67 | Common | $4.00 |
| Heatran | 3 | Rare Holo | $3.50 |
| Rapidash | 47 | Uncommon | $3.32 |
| Tangrowth | 10 | Rare Holo | $3.17 |
| Probopass | 7 | Rare Holo | $3.09 |
| Lucky Egg | 88 | Uncommon | $3.00 |
| Mothim | 6 | Rare Holo | $3.00 |
| Raticate | 29 | Rare | $3.00 |
| Tangela | 76 | Common | $2.97 |
| Glalie | 18 | Rare | $2.84 |
| Department Store Girl | 85 | Uncommon | $2.73 |
| Bagon | 52 | Common | $2.53 |
| Gulpin | 66 | Common | $2.50 |
| Beedrill G | 53 | Common | $2.45 |
| Expert Belt | 87 | Uncommon | $2.42 |
| Hariyama | 20 | Rare | $2.42 |
| Geodude | 65 | Common | $2.41 |
| Ultimate Zone | 91 | Uncommon | $2.40 |
| Dome Fossil | 92 | Common | $2.31 |
| Pelipper | 24 | Rare | $2.30 |
| Tangela | 77 | Common | $2.30 |
| Grovyle | 38 | Uncommon | $2.23 |
| Graveler | 37 | Uncommon | $2.15 |
| Beginning Door | 82 | Uncommon | $2.13 |
| Wingull | 80 | Common | $2.05 |
| Burmy Plant Cloak | 56 | Common | $2.03 |
| Bronzor | 54 | Common | $2.01 |
| Professor Oak's Visit | 90 | Uncommon | $1.93 |
| Shelgon | 48 | Uncommon | $1.92 |
| Manectric | 44 | Uncommon | $1.81 |
| Wingull | 81 | Common | $1.76 |
| Grovyle | 39 | Uncommon | $1.67 |
| Electrike | 62 | Common | $1.66 |
| Burmy Trash Cloak | 58 | Common | $1.58 |
| Wormadam Trash Cloak | 51 | Uncommon | $1.37 |
| Luxio | 43 | Uncommon | $1.32 |
| Bronzor | 34 | Uncommon | $1.29 |
| Helix Fossil | 93 | Common | $1.26 |
| Electrike | 63 | Common | $1.17 |
| Bronzong | 14 | Rare | $1.07 |
| Bronzong | 33 | Uncommon | $1.04 |
| Bench Shield | 83 | Uncommon | $1.00 |
| Wormadam Sandy Cloak | 50 | Uncommon | $0.98 |
| Energy Restore | 86 | Uncommon | $0.90 |
| Pelipper | 45 | Uncommon | $0.89 |
| Wormadam Plant Cloak | 49 | Uncommon | $0.85 |
| Old Amber | 89 | Common | $0.72 |
| Buffer Piece | 84 | Uncommon | $0.54 |
Related sets
- Supreme Victors (2009-08-19)
- Rising Rivals (2009-05-16)
- Platinum (2009-02-11)
FAQ
How many cards are in Arceus?
Cactaur indexes 111 printings in Arceus; official count is 111. Variant or promo printings can push the indexed total above the number on the booster box.
When did Arceus release?
Arceus shows a catalog release date of 2009-11-04 for this English Pokémon TCG entry. Arceus is indexed under slug pl4 in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
What is the most expensive card in Arceus?
Gengar LV.X leads references around $393.97 in our latest snapshot. Prices change with condition and market volume. Arceus is indexed under slug pl4 in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
Is Arceus good for beginners?
Arceus works for collectors who already know Platinum. Beginners may prefer a starter deck before chasing rare pulls from this set. Arceus is indexed under slug pl4 in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
Where can I track Arceus prices?
Use this Cactaur set page for a snapshot, then open individual card pages for ongoing market references. Future marketplace features will anchor off the same data attributes on each row.