Azurill – Delta Species (#20)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Azurill (#20) is a Rare card from EX - Delta Species released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Type Match attack, Choose a basic Energy card in your hand and show it to your opponent. Then, search your deck for a Basic Pokémon or Evolution card of that Energy type, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward.. TCGplayer market price sits around $4.46, Cardmarket average sale is €2.45, Floor listings start near €0.40.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.46
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.41
- Recent low listing: €0.40
Card Details
- Set
- Delta Species
- Card Number
- 20
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 50
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Marill
Abilities
-
Baby Evolution
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may put Marill from your hand onto Azurill (this counts as evolving Azurill) and remove all damage counters from Azurill.
Attacks & Strategy
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Type Match
[Colorless]
Choose a basic Energy card in your hand and show it to your opponent. Then, search your deck for a Basic Pokémon or Evolution card of that Energy type, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Azurill from Delta Species (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Midori Harada.
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 Azurill 20 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Azurill's Type Match for Colorless energy. Special effect: Choose a basic Energy card in your hand and show it to your opponent. Then, search your deck for a B...
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Species #20 ← Current | 50 | 1 attack | Rare | $4.46 |
�📦 Delta Species Set Context
This Azurill is part of the Delta Species expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Midori Harada, 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 Azurill 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 cards from Delta Species are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Midori Harada resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Azurill 20 was released in 2005 in the Delta Species expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Midori Harada. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Delta Species is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Azurill 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 Azurill 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Azurill works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.