Tentacruel - Fossil (#44)
- Set
- Fossil
- Number
- 44
- Illustrator
- Kagemaru Himeno
- Energy
- Water
The tentacles are normally kept short. On hunts, they are extended to ensnare and immobilize prey.
Tentacruel - Fossil
Tentacruel is a Uncommon Pokémon card from the Fossil Pokémon TCG set, released 1999, illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. It sits at card number 44 in the Fossil checklist, classified as a Water-type Pokémon with 60 HP and the Stage 1 subtype.
In collector terms, this is an uncommon card. The stored TCGplayer market reference for 1stEdition is $5.08. This is the highest available reference across the 2 listed variants. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Tentacruel has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#44 in Fossil) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.
CIV 67Solid
Strong market heat, era strength.
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 2195m ago
Market price history
Sale History 63 sales · since 2021-02-01
| Date | Grade | Price | Lot |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAW | $4.54 | ||
| RAW | $3.89 | ||
| RAW | $4.40 | ||
| RAW | $3.95 | ||
| RAW | $3.28 | ||
| RAW | $2.50 | ||
| RAW | $2.30 | ||
| RAW | $2.74 | ||
| RAW | $3.58 | ||
| RAW | $2.99 | ||
| RAW | $2.39 | ||
| RAW | $3.00 | ||
| RAW | $3.99 | ||
| RAW | $5.35 | ||
| RAW | $3.87 | ||
| RAW | $3.53 | ||
| RAW | $2.97 | ||
| RAW | $2.94 | ||
| RAW | $4.48 | ||
| RAW | $3.45 | ||
| RAW | $3.38 | ||
| RAW | $3.12 | ||
| RAW | $3.36 | ||
| RAW | $3.99 | ||
| RAW | $3.95 | ||
| RAW | $3.42 | ||
| RAW | $2.56 | ||
| RAW | $3.33 | ||
| RAW | $2.25 | ||
| RAW | $4.29 | ||
| RAW | $5.50 | ||
| RAW | $4.49 | ||
| RAW | $4.68 | ||
| RAW | $5.05 | ||
| RAW | $5.15 | ||
| RAW | $4.89 | ||
| RAW | $3.08 | ||
| RAW | $2.96 | ||
| RAW | $4.05 | ||
| RAW | $3.89 | ||
| RAW | $3.62 | ||
| RAW | $3.63 | ||
| RAW | $4.09 | ||
| RAW | $4.29 | ||
| RAW | $3.87 | ||
| RAW | $3.75 | ||
| RAW | $2.83 | ||
| RAW | $4.29 | ||
| RAW | $3.47 | ||
| RAW | $4.49 | ||
| RAW | $4.99 | ||
| RAW | $4.16 | ||
| RAW | $4.29 | ||
| RAW | $4.14 | ||
| RAW | $4.98 | ||
| RAW | $3.25 | ||
| RAW | $2.38 | ||
| RAW | $2.77 | ||
| RAW | $2.31 | ||
| RAW | $2.75 | ||
| RAW | $6.50 | ||
| RAW | $7.13 | ||
| RAW | $5.00 |
Other printings of Tentacruel
Tentacruel FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Tentacruel from Fossil worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for 1stEdition is $5.08. 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 Tentacruel?
This printing is an uncommon card (the card is labeled "Uncommon" on the checklist). Tentacruel has been printed 9 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Tentacruel?
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 Tentacruel released?
The Fossil set released in 1999, so this card (#44 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Tentacruel?
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 Tentacruel 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.