Blastoise – Crystal Guardians (#2)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Blastoise (#2) is a Rare Holo card from EX - Crystal Guardians released in 2006. It showcases artwork by Masakazu Fukuda and the Enraged Linear Attack attack, Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage for each damage counter on Blastoise to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $88.13, Cardmarket average sale is €53.60, Floor listings start near €5.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $88.13
- Cardmarket trend price: €55.64
- Recent low listing: €5.00
Card Details
- Set
- Crystal Guardians
- Card Number
- 2
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Masakazu Fukuda
- HP
- 110
- Type
- ✊ Fighting, ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Shield Veil
Each of your Active Pokémon has no Weakness.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Enraged Linear Attack
[Fighting, Colorless]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage for each damage counter on Blastoise to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) - Skull Bash [Metal, Colorless, Colorless] — 60
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Blastoise from Crystal Guardians (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2006, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Masakazu Fukuda.
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 2 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Blastoise's Enraged Linear Attack for Fighting + Colorless energy. Special effect: Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage for each damage counter on Blastoise...
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Fighting/Metal Type • Weak to Lightning ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Guardians #2 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $88.13 |
�📦 Crystal Guardians Set Context
This Blastoise is part of the Crystal Guardians expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2006.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Masakazu Fukuda, 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 Crystal Guardians are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Masakazu Fukuda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting, Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Blastoise 2 was released in 2006 in the Crystal Guardians 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 Masakazu Fukuda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Crystal Guardians is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Blastoise with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Blastoise works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.