Paras
Paras (Base Set 2 #85, Common) has a market price of about $0.66; a PSA 10 graded copy is worth roughly $5 (keep it raw). Live TCGplayer & eBay prices, updated daily on PokéPrice.
| Low | Market | High | |
|---|---|---|---|
| normal | $0.18 | $0.66 | $4321.00 |
Ungraded is the live market price. PSA 9/10 are estimates from typical premiums for this card's era — tap any grade for real recent eBay sales.
Each shows expected net = graded value − raw ($1) − fee. PSA 10 ≈ $5 (est). Best case (top grade via CGC): +$-37.
PSA usually resells highest for Pokémon; BGS & CGC grade a bit cheaper but sell for less. Assumes a clean near-mint raw (~20% top grade / 42% one below). A guide, not a guarantee — centering & condition decide the real grade.
Trend seeded from Cardmarket 7- & 30-day averages, then refined by our daily TCGplayer tracking.
Cardmarket (EU): trend €0.61 · avg €0.64
Base Set 2
Attacks
The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.
“Burrows to suck tree roots. The mushrooms on its back grow by drawing nutrients from the bug host.”
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Frequently asked questions about Paras
How much is Paras (Base Set 2 #85) worth?
As of the latest update, Paras (Base Set 2 #85) is worth about $0.66 ungraded. Recent listings range from $0.18 to $4321.00. PSA 9 and PSA 10 graded copies typically sell for more — see the graded values and recent eBay sold prices above.
What is the rarity of Paras?
Paras (#85) is listed as Common in the Base Set 2 set. Scarcer rarities and higher-demand cards tend to command a premium — compare the other printings below to see how this version stacks up.
Where can I buy Paras?
You can buy Paras from TCGplayer, eBay, Cardmarket (EU), Amazon, Card Kingdom, Troll and Toad and CoolStuffInc — all linked above with current prices where available. PokéPrice compares them so you can find the cheapest place to buy.
What set is Paras from?
Paras is card #85 from the Base Set 2 set, released 2000/02/24. Browse every card in the set and other printings of Paras below.