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Blastoise Base 1999
Card · Base · 1999

Blastoise

$160.09 Latest known market value January 16, 2026
Rare Holo Water
Curatorial Commentary

The Blastoise card captures a moment where this powerful Pokémon stands confidently, ready to unleash its water-based abilities. Its robust shell and determined expression convey a sense of strength and reliability, as if it is prepared to protect its surroundings. The shimmering blue background adds a touch of serenity, highlighting the aquatic nature of Blastoise. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the calm before the storm, where nature and power coexist.

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Catalogue plate № 2/102
Identity
PokémonBlastoise
TypeWater
RarityRare Holo
StageStage 2
Authorship
IllustratorKen Sugimori
SetBase
Year1999
Plate №2/102
Composition
StyleCartoonClassicIllustration
MoodDynamicPlayful
CompositionCentral FocusCharacter Portrait
PaletteBlueVibrantYellow
Game mechanics
HP 100
Stage Stage 2 · evolves from Wartortle
Weakness Lightning ×2
Retreat
Hydro Pump 40+

Does 40 damage plus 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Blastoise but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. Extra Water Energy after the 2nd doesn't count.