Pokemon card values › Plasma Storm › Torterra #3

Set	Plasma Storm
Card number	3
Rarity	Rare
Type	Pokémon
HP	150
Artist	5ban Graphics
Released	Feb 2013

Torterra #3 Value (Plasma Storm)

$12.28 raw near mint

Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.

How much is Torterra #3 worth? As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $12.28, the Cardmarket low is €5.50. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Torterra #3 from Plasma Storm is a rare card illustrated by 5ban Graphics, showing the fully evolved Grass and Ground starter in a calm forest setting. It sits within the affordable tier of the set, making it accessible to collectors building a complete Plasma Storm run. Torterra remains a steady pick for collectors who favor stable, lower-cost rare cards over chase pulls.

Current prices

Source	Price
TCGplayer market price (USD)	$12.28
Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR)	€5.50
Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR)	€5.31
Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR)	€4.43
Cardmarket listings available	69

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Torterra #3: rarity, grading and trend

Torterra #3 is a Rare Pokémon card from Plasma Storm, the Black & White era (2013). It ranks as number 21 by price out of 138 cards in the set. Its price has held almost flat over the last 30 days ($12.28 to $12.28). The illustration is by 5ban Graphics.

Is it worth grading? Graded copies of this card tend to draw modest interest compared to raw versions, since the print quality of Plasma Storm holds up well even ungraded. PSA 10 examples are not especially rare for this release, so grading premiums stay limited. Collectors often grade for protection and certainty rather than for a big price jump.

Torterra price history

Jun 9, 2026Low $4.78 · High $12.39Nov 2, 2026

Month	Avg Cardmarket low	Avg TCGplayer market
Nov 2026	€5.50	$12.28
Oct 2026	€5.50	$12.28
Sep 2026	€5.50	$12.34
Aug 2026	€5.50	$10.29
Jul 2026	€5.12	$4.78
Jun 2026	€3.58	$4.78

Torterra tends to appeal more to Pokemon completionists and starter-evolution collectors than to speculative buyers. Because it falls in the affordable tier, demand seems to move slowly and steadily rather than in sharp swings. Some collectors note that cards like this hold value well simply by staying consistently wanted within full-set collections, even without major price spikes.

Frequently asked questions

What is Torterra #3 worth on Nov 2, 2026?

As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $12.28, the Cardmarket low is €5.50. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Is Torterra #3 rare?

Torterra #3 is printed at Rare rarity and ranks number 21 by price among the 138 cards in Plasma Storm. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.

Is Torterra #3 going up in value?

Not much right now. Its price has stayed within a few percent over the last 30 days, at about $12.28.

How do I check which printing of Torterra I have?

Look at the set symbol and the card number (3) at the bottom of the card, then match both to this page. A phone scanner such as Card Value Scanner on iPhone reads them from one photo; on Android, search the number in the price guide.

Who illustrated the Torterra card from Plasma Storm?

The artwork was created by 5ban Graphics, a studio known for detailed nature and creature-focused Pokemon card designs. Their style often emphasizes calm, grounded scenes rather than dramatic action.

How can I check the current value of this card?

Collectors can scan the card directly using the Card Value Scanner iPhone app to view live price data. This offers a quick way to check current market activity without relying on outdated listings.