Blastoise – Boundaries Crossed (#31)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Blastoise (#31) is a Rare Holo card from Black & White - Boundaries Crossed released in 2012. It showcases artwork by Satoshi Shirai and the Hydro Pump attack (60+ damage), Does 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $13.65, Cardmarket average sale is €4.02, Floor listings start near €0.25.
- TCGplayer market price: $13.65
- Cardmarket trend price: €4.14
- Recent low listing: €0.25
Card Details
- Set
- Boundaries Crossed
- Card Number
- 31
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Satoshi Shirai
- HP
- 140
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Deluge
As often as you like during your turn (before your attack), you may attach a Water Energy card from your hand to 1 of your Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Hydro Pump
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60+
Does 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Blastoise from Boundaries Crossed (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2012, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Satoshi Shirai.
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 31 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Blastoise's Hydro Pump deals 60+ damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 140 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 Blastoise Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boundaries Crossed #31 ← Current | 140 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $5.47 |
�📦 Boundaries Crossed Set Context
This Blastoise is part of the Boundaries Crossed expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2012.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Satoshi Shirai, 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 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 Boundaries Crossed are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Satoshi Shirai 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Blastoise 31 was released in 2012 in the Boundaries Crossed expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Satoshi Shirai. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Boundaries Crossed 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 have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Blastoise 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 works best in Water type decks.