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Tentacruel Southern Islands 2001
Card · Southern Islands · 2001

Tentacruel

$27 Latest known market value January 16, 2026
Water
Curatorial Commentary

The Tentacruel card captures a serene moment beneath the waves, where the jellyfish Pokémon glides gracefully through the water. Its tentacles trail behind, creating a fluid dance that hints at both elegance and danger. The background features a tranquil ocean scene, with a distant Dragonite soaring above, adding a sense of wonder to the aquatic environment. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the delicate balance of beauty and threat in Tentacruel's world.

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Catalogue plate № 10/18
Identity
PokémonTentacruel
TypeWater
StageStage 1
Authorship
IllustratorNaoyo Kimura
Year2001
Plate №10/18
Composition
StyleColorfulTraditional
MoodDynamicPlayful
CompositionBalancedClear
PaletteCoolVibrant
Game mechanics
HP 60
Stage Stage 1 · evolves from Tentacool
Weakness Lightning ×2
Retreat
Tentacle Grip

Flip a number of coins equal to the number of Water Energy attached to Tentacruel. For each heads, draw 2 cards.

Poison Sting 20

Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.