Arctibax 209 / 193 Pokemon Card from Paldea Evolved Set
Arctibax is a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with 90 HP. It features artwork by Tomokazu Komiya and is part of the Paldea Evolved set from the Scarlet & Violet…
Set: Paldea Evolved
Number: 209/193
Rarity: Illustration Rare
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About the Arctibax Pokémon Card
Arctibax is a Water-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the Paldea Evolved set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 209/193 and is classified as Illustration Rare. The Paldea Evolved set was released on June 9, 2023.
The card includes the flavor text: “Arctibax freezes the air around it, protecting its face with an ice mask and turning its dorsal fin into a blade of ice.”.
Arctibax Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Arctibax
Card number: 209/193
Set: Paldea Evolved
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Water
HP: 90
Artist: Tomokazu Komiya
Release date: June 9, 2023
National Pokédex number: 997
Why Collect the Arctibax Pokémon Card?
Arctibax sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Paldea Evolved set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Arctibax Pokémon Card
Arctibax was illustrated by Tomokazu Komiya.
For Illustration Rare cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Arctibax Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Arctibax is about
1.66. Recent listings range from roughly
0.00 (low) to
08 (high), with a mid-point near
5.00. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Paldea Evolved set has a median card value near $0.24 and an average near $7.62, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +3% over the last 7 days and -4% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Paldea Evolved set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Arctibax Pokémon Card
Whether Arctibax is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 2,004 copies of this card, of which 409 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 20.4%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Arctibax Pokémon Card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Arctibax are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Its collector number (209/193) sits above the set's printed total of 193, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 2,004 copies to date.
Other Printings of Arctibax
Arctibax appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Paldean Fates 129 (around $3.85), Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos 64 (around $0.94) and Paldea Evolved 59 (around $0.14).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Arctibax Pokémon Card
The Arctibax pokémon card is a Illustration Rare card from the Paldea Evolved set (Scarlet & Violet series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about
1.66; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Arctibax card from?
Arctibax is from the Paldea Evolved set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 209/193 with the Illustration Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Arctibax card?
Arctibax is classified as Illustration Rare.
How much is the Arctibax 209/193 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
1.66, within a recent range of roughly
0.00 to
08. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Arctibax card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 2,004 copies so far, with about 20.4% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Arctibax?
PSA has graded 2,004 copies, of which 409 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 20.4%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Arctibax card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Arctibax are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Paldea Evolved set released?
The Paldea Evolved set was released on June 9, 2023.
Are there other printings of Arctibax?
Yes. Arctibax appears on 7 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
