Blastoise ex – XY Black Star Promos (#XY30)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Blastoise ex (#XY30) is a Promo card from XY - XY Black Star Promos released in 2013. It showcases artwork by Eske Yoshinob and the Rapid Spin attack (30 damage), Switch this Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. Then, your opponent switches his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $4.79, Cardmarket average sale is €5.27, Floor listings start near €1.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.79
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.54
- Recent low listing: €1.50
Card Details
- Set
- XY Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- XY30
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Eske Yoshinob
- HP
- 180
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- M Blastoise-EX
Attacks & Strategy
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Rapid Spin
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
Switch this Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. Then, your opponent switches his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon. -
Splash Bomb
[Water, Water, Water]
— 130
Flip a coin. If tails, this Pokémon does 30 damage to itself.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (43.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Blastoise ex from XY Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Eske Yoshinob.
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 Blastoise ex XY30 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Blastoise ex's Rapid Spin deals 30 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Switch this Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. Then, your opponent switches his or her Active P...
Stats Overview: 180 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XY Black Star Promos #XY30 ← Current | 180 | 2 attacks | Promo | $4.79 |
�📦 XY Black Star Promos Set Context
This Blastoise ex is part of the XY Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2013.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Eske Yoshinob, 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 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
- Promo cards from XY Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Eske Yoshinob 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 XY Black Star Promos
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Blastoise ex XY30 was released in 2013 in the XY Black Star Promos 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 Eske Yoshinob. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: XY Black Star Promos 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 Blastoise ex with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your 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: Blastoise ex works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.