Ariados, HeartGold & SoulSilver 15/123, rare

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Ariados

HeartGold & SoulSilver 15/123 • rare

Set: HeartGold & SoulSilver
Number: 15/123
Rarity: Rare
Released: 2010
Energy type: grass energy
Market price: $1.37
Artist: Ken Sugimori

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Market

What it's worth

$1.37market price via TCGplayer · Sep 20, 2026$1.01 – $1.37 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a rare card from this specific set, Ariados represents a notable entry for collectors who appreciate grass-type specimens. Its status as a rare card makes it a distinctive addition to any collection focusing on this particular series.

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Card face

What it does

80 HPStage 1

Cost: grass energy colorless energyLeech Life30

Remove from Ariados the number of damage counters equal to the damage you did to the Defending Pokémon.

Cost: grass energy colorless energy colorless energyPoisonous Saliva50

The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.

Weaknessfire energy×2Retreatcolorless energy

It spins string not only from its rear but also from its mouth. It's hard to tell which end is which.

Formats

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StandardNot legal
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UnlimitedLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Ariados 15/123 was released in 2010 as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This set marked a significant shift in the game's aesthetic, serving as a tie-in to the Nintendo DS video games of the same name and featuring unique dual-type Pokémon designs alongside the introduction of Pokémon Prime cards.

The card was illustrated by Ken Sugimori, the primary character designer and art director for the Pokémon franchise. His work on this card leans into the series' foundational style, focusing on a clean, expressive depiction of the spider-like Pokémon that emphasizes its intimidating posture and thematic connection to the Johto region's insect-type roster.

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Other printings

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About

About Ariados

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