Question 1

What is the current market value of Barbaracle #23?

Accepted Answer

For Barbaracle in Fates Collide, the current reference price is $0.38. Compared with last week, pricing is 2.2% lower. Relative to the last 30 days, value is near baseline at $0.39. Its 90-day trading band runs between $0.28 and $0.39, producing a 29% range and moderate-volatility behavior. This version is categorized as Rare.

Question 2

Is Barbaracle #23 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: Recent pricing has softened by 2.2% over 7 days, with the card now 3% below its 90-day high. With a 29% 90-day spread ($0.28-$0.39), this card currently tracks as moderate-volatility. Relative to the 30-day baseline ($0.39), pricing is near equilibrium. No consistent graded benchmark is available in this snapshot, so condition-adjusted pricing should be reviewed with active listings.

Question 3

What is Barbaracle #23 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 2016, Fates Collide introduced this print of Barbaracle. Card flavor text reads: "Barbaracle's legs and hands have minds of their own, and they will move independently. But they usually follow the head's orders." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare. Printed HP is 100. Energy typing is Water. As an evolution, Barbaracle develops from Binacle. Printed ability include "Hand Block". The printed attacks highlight "Claw Slash". Grass weakness applies to this print. Retreat cost is 3 energy. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Barbaracle cards available?

Accepted Answer

A wider Barbaracle checklist helps contextualize this specific Barbaracle print. This comparison sample includes 6 alternatives across 6 sets. Comparable prices currently cover $0.13-$11.76, a 8946% band. Against the sample mean of $2.19, this card is -83%. Notable alternatives include Barbaracle #43 (Perfect Order) at $0.13, Barbaracle #65 (Mega Evolution Black Star Promos) at $11.76, Barbaracle #107 (Lost Origin) at $0.20, and Barbaracle #104 (Rebel Clash) at $0.22.

Question 5

What set is Barbaracle #23 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Fates Collide entered circulation in 2016. It belongs to the XY series. Set size is 129 cards, which categorizes Fates Collide as mid-size. As of 2026, the set is 10 years old and now falls into an established back-catalog period. Barbaracle (#23) is one of the Rare prints in this expansion.

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