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Huntail - Great Encounters (#42)
- Number
- 42
- Illustrator
- Ken Sugimori
- Energy
- Water
It lives deep in the sea. With a tail shaped like a small fish, it attracts unsuspecting prey.
Huntail - Great Encounters
Huntail is a Uncommon Pokémon card from the Great Encounters Pokémon TCG set, released 2008, illustrated by Ken Sugimori. It sits at card number 42 in the Great Encounters checklist, classified as a Water-type Pokémon with 90 HP and the Stage 1 subtype.
In collector terms, this is an uncommon card. The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $3.96. This is the highest available reference across the 2 listed variants. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Huntail has been printed 7 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#42 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 60Solid
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 2026-10-30. 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 live marketplace
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Sale History 64 sales · since 2021-01-01
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| RAW | $1.28 | ||
| RAW | $0.75 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $1.85 | ||
| RAW | $2.89 | ||
| RAW | $1.31 | ||
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| RAW | $1.84 | ||
| RAW | $2.08 | ||
| RAW | $1.52 | ||
| RAW | $1.40 | ||
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| RAW | $1.37 | ||
| RAW | $1.28 | ||
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| RAW | $1.27 | ||
| RAW | $1.54 | ||
| RAW | $1.54 | ||
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| RAW | $1.47 | ||
| RAW | $1.63 | ||
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| RAW | $1.56 | ||
| RAW | $1.65 | ||
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| RAW | $1.46 | ||
| RAW | $1.34 | ||
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| RAW | $1.36 | ||
| RAW | $1.34 | ||
| RAW | $1.34 | ||
| RAW | $1.27 | ||
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| RAW | $1.27 | ||
| RAW | $1.07 | ||
| RAW | $1.08 | ||
| RAW | $1.33 | ||
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| RAW | $1.02 | ||
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| RAW | $1.07 | ||
| RAW | $1.14 | ||
| RAW | $1.59 | ||
| RAW | $1.64 | ||
| RAW | $2.26 | ||
| RAW | $1.59 | ||
| RAW | $1.59 | ||
| RAW | $1.59 | ||
| RAW | $1.59 | ||
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| RAW | $1.59 | ||
| RAW | $1.69 | ||
| RAW | $2.57 | ||
| RAW | $2.75 | ||
| RAW | $2.75 |
Other printings of Huntail
Huntail FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Huntail from Great Encounters worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $3.96. The headline selects the highest available reference across the listed variants. Card record updated 2026-10-30. 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 Huntail?
This printing is an uncommon card (the card is labeled "Uncommon" on the checklist). Huntail has been printed 7 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Huntail?
Ken Sugimori illustrated this card. See Ken Sugimori'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 Huntail released?
The Great Encounters set released in 2008, so this card (#42 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Huntail?
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 Huntail 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.