Maractus 093/086
Set: Black Bolt
Released: Jun 6, 2025
Pokémon
Grass Type
Illustration Rare Pull Rate: 1 in 421.0 packs (0.2%)
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About Maractus
It uses an up-tempo song and dance to drive away the bird Pokémon that prey on its flower seeds.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #556
- Card Number 093/086
- Card RarityIllustration Rare
- IllustratorHeisuke Kitazawa
- Release Date18/07/2025
- Regulation MarkI
- SeriesScarlet & Violet
- Expansion Black Bolt
- Standard FormatLegal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusIn Print
- RegionUnova
- Generation Generation 5
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Grass - Health Points100 HP
- Weakness
Fire ×2 - Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Attacks
- Lively Needles20+

If this Pokémon was healed during this turn, this attack does 100 more damage.
- Pierce50


Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Maractus joyfully dancing in a vibrant desert landscape. The scene is set against a backdrop of warm orange and yellow mountains, with small cacti dotting the sandy terrain. The atmosphere is lively and playful, reflecting Maractus's energetic nature.The art style uses bold outlines and a vivid color palette, emphasizing greens, pinks, and yellows, which convey a cheerful and dynamic mood. Shading is minimal, giving the image a flat, illustrative appearance reminiscent of animated cartoons, adding to the fun and whimsical vibe.
Playability Overview
Maractus offers strategic value by combining healing effects with a powerful attack boost, encouraging a playstyle focused on sustain and timing to maximize damage output.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Desert BloomThis Maractus card radiates a vibrant, sunny atmosphere with its bright colors and cheerful flowers. It's perfect for a "Desert Life" page, where the warm tones can harmonize with other Pokémon that thrive in arid environments. Consider pairing it with cards like Cacturne or Sandshrew for a cohesive theme.Additional Binder Suggestions: Desert / Cheerful / Bright Colors / Floral / Arid Adventure













