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Grovyle - Great Encounters (#40)
- Number
- 40
- Illustrator
- Kagemaru Himeno
- Energy
- Grass
It lives in dense jungles. While closing in on its prey, it leaps from branch to branch.
Grovyle - Great Encounters
Grovyle is a Common Pokémon card from the Great Encounters Pokémon TCG set, released 2008, illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. It sits at card number 40 in the Great Encounters checklist, classified as a Grass-type Pokémon with 80 HP and the Stage 1 subtype.
In collector terms, this is a common card. The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $11.91. This is the highest available reference across the 2 listed variants. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Grovyle has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#40 in Great Encounters) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.
CIV 73Strong
Strong market heat. Weak icon status.
30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.
Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.
Release-window weight.
Price references USD
Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. A history snapshot records stored values and does not confirm a new source update.
Where to buy on eBay 24 active listings · updated 1083m ago
Market price history
Sale History 64 sales · since 2021-01-01
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| RAW | $0.75 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $1.69 | ||
| RAW | $1.30 | ||
| RAW | $1.24 | ||
| RAW | $1.59 | ||
| RAW | $1.68 | ||
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| RAW | $1.82 | ||
| RAW | $1.93 | ||
| RAW | $1.82 | ||
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| RAW | $1.73 | ||
| RAW | $1.57 | ||
| RAW | $1.35 | ||
| RAW | $1.65 | ||
| RAW | $1.65 | ||
| RAW | $1.79 | ||
| RAW | $1.85 | ||
| RAW | $1.65 | ||
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| RAW | $1.65 | ||
| RAW | $1.66 | ||
| RAW | $1.66 | ||
| RAW | $1.40 | ||
| RAW | $1.40 | ||
| RAW | $1.40 | ||
| RAW | $1.40 | ||
| RAW | $1.35 | ||
| RAW | $1.25 | ||
| RAW | $1.26 | ||
| RAW | $1.26 | ||
| RAW | $1.25 | ||
| RAW | $0.87 | ||
| RAW | $0.89 | ||
| RAW | $1.16 | ||
| RAW | $1.40 | ||
| RAW | $1.75 | ||
| RAW | $1.75 | ||
| RAW | $1.75 | ||
| RAW | $1.73 | ||
| RAW | $1.42 | ||
| RAW | $1.21 | ||
| RAW | $1.12 | ||
| RAW | $2.49 | ||
| RAW | $2.49 | ||
| RAW | $1.12 | ||
| RAW | $1.12 | ||
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| RAW | $1.08 | ||
| RAW | $1.02 | ||
| RAW | $1.07 | ||
| RAW | $1.08 | ||
| RAW | $1.03 | ||
| RAW | $1.03 | ||
| RAW | $1.55 | ||
| RAW | $1.55 | ||
| RAW | $1.55 | ||
| RAW | $1.55 | ||
| RAW | $1.55 | ||
| RAW | $1.55 | ||
| RAW | $1.55 | ||
| RAW | $1.55 | ||
| RAW | $1.55 |
Other printings of Grovyle
Grovyle FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Grovyle from Great Encounters worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $11.91. The headline selects the highest available reference across the listed variants. Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. Reference prices are not guaranteed sale prices. The variant table shows the available values; inconsistent ranges are hidden. Historical chart values may use different sources or variants.
How rare is Grovyle?
This printing is a common card (the card is labeled "Common" on the checklist). Grovyle has been printed 9 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Grovyle?
Kagemaru Himeno illustrated this card. See Kagemaru Himeno's full Catchinary page for every Pokémon card they've drawn, grouped by set with current market prices, career stats, and alt-art highlights.
When was Grovyle released?
The Great Encounters set released in 2008, so this card (#40 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Grovyle?
The "Where to buy on eBay" panel above shows live listings. For long-term holds, consider graded copies (PSA / CGC) which trade separately and usually at a premium over raw.
Is Grovyle legal in Standard format?
Check the current Pokémon TCG format rules and this exact printing's eligibility before tournament play. A card's age or set alone does not confirm its legality.