M blastoise ex – Generations (#18)
Price Overview & Key Facts
M blastoise ex (#18) is a Rare Holo Ex card from XY - Generations released in 2016. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Dread Launcher attack (180 damage), Flip a coin. If tails, discard 2 Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $27.06, Cardmarket average sale is €15.51, Floor listings start near €4.78.
- TCGplayer market price: $27.06
- Cardmarket trend price: €13.75
- Recent low listing: €4.78
Card Details
- Set
- Generations
- Card Number
- 18
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 220
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Dread Launcher
[Water, Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 180
Flip a coin. If tails, discard 2 Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (45.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
M blastoise ex from Generations (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This M blastoise ex 18 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: M blastoise ex's Dread Launcher deals 180 damage for Water + Water + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If tails, discard 2 Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 220 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.
� Compare M blastoise ex Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Generations #18 ← Current | 220 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Ex | $27.06 |
�📦 Generations Set Context
This M blastoise ex is part of the Generations expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.
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 M blastoise ex card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent 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 Holo Ex cards from Generations 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 Generations
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: M blastoise ex 18 was released in 2016 in the Generations expansion. This set is part of the XY 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 →
Set Popularity: Generations is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like M blastoise ex 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 M blastoise ex card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- 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: M blastoise ex works best in Water type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability.