Blastoise and piplup gx – Cosmic Eclipse (#253)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Blastoise and piplup gx (#253) is a Rare Rainbow card from Sun & Moon - Cosmic Eclipse released in 2019. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Splash Maker attack (150 damage), You may attach up to 3 Water Energy cards from your hand to your Pokémon in any way you like. If you do, heal 50 damage from those Pokémon for each card you attached to them in this way.. TCGplayer market price sits around $77.46, Cardmarket average sale is €87.20, Floor listings start near €25.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $77.46
- Cardmarket trend price: €77.39
- Recent low listing: €25.99
Card Details
- Set
- Cosmic Eclipse
- Card Number
- 253
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Rainbow
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 270
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Prinplup
Attacks & Strategy
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Splash Maker
[Water, Water, Colorless]
— 150
You may attach up to 3 Water Energy cards from your hand to your Pokémon in any way you like. If you do, heal 50 damage from those Pokémon for each card you attached to them in this way.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (50.0 per energy). -
Bubble Launcher-GX
[Water, Water, Colorless]
— 100+
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If this Pokémon has at least 3 extra Water Energy attached to it (in addition to this attack's cost), this attack does 150 more damage. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Blastoise and piplup gx from Cosmic Eclipse (Rare Rainbow) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Blastoise and piplup gx 253 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Blastoise and piplup gx's Splash Maker deals 150 damage for Water + Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: You may attach up to 3 Water Energy cards from your hand to your Pokémon in any way you like. If you...
Stats Overview: 270 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmic Eclipse #253 ← Current | 270 | 2 attacks | Rare Rainbow | $77.46 |
�📦 Cosmic Eclipse Set Context
This Blastoise and piplup gx is part of the Cosmic Eclipse expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019. As a Rare Rainbow card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Blastoise and piplup gx card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare Rainbow cards from Cosmic Eclipse are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Cosmic Eclipse
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Blastoise and piplup gx 253 was released in 2019 in the Cosmic Eclipse expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Rainbow card, this Blastoise and piplup gx is among the premium chase cards from Cosmic Eclipse. Rainbow Rare cards feature the distinctive rainbow foil pattern that has become iconic in modern Pokémon TCG. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Cosmic Eclipse represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Blastoise and piplup gx with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Blastoise and piplup gx card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Blastoise and piplup gx works best in Water type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability.