Ariados – Aquapolis (#H3)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Ariados (#H3) is a Rare Holo card from E-Card - Aquapolis released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida and the Spider Force attack (20+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage. If tails, this attack does 20 damage and the defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. Cardmarket average sale is €16.03, Floor listings start near €6.90.
- Cardmarket trend price: €21.31
- Recent low listing: €6.90
Card Details
- Set
- Aquapolis
- Card Number
- H3
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin-ichi Yoshida
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
Abilities
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Gluey Slime
As long as Ariados is in play, each player must pay an additional Colorless to retreat his or her Active Pokémon. Gluey Slime can't make a player pay more than an additional Colorless to retreat a Pokémon, even if there is more than 1 Ariados in play.
Attacks & Strategy
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Spider Force
[Grass, Colorless]
— 20+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage. If tails, this attack does 20 damage and the defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Ariados from Aquapolis (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin-ichi Yoshida.
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 Ariados H3 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Ariados's Spider Force deals 20+ damage for Grass + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage. If tails, this attack does 20...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Ariados Cards
Looking for other Ariados cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquapolis #H3 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | N/A |
�📦 Aquapolis Set Context
This Ariados is part of the Aquapolis expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida, 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 Ariados 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 cards from Aquapolis are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin-ichi Yoshida resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Aquapolis
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Ariados H3 was released in 2003 in the Aquapolis expansion. This set is part of the E-Card series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin-ichi Yoshida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Aquapolis is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Ariados have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Ariados 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Ariados works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.