Blastoise – Pokémon GO (#17)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Blastoise (#17) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Pokémon GO released in 2022. It showcases artwork by NC Empire and the Hydro Pump attack (90+ damage), This attack does 30 more damage for each Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.82, Cardmarket average sale is €0.71, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.82
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.72
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Pokémon GO
- Card Number
- 17
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 NC Empire
- HP
- 170
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Vitality Spring
Once during your turn, you may search your deck for up to 6 Energy cards and attach them to your Pokémon in any way you like. Then, shuffle your deck. If you use this Ability, your turn ends.
Attacks & Strategy
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Hydro Pump
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 90+
This attack does 30 more damage for each Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Blastoise from Pokémon GO (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator NC Empire.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Blastoise 17 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Blastoise's Hydro Pump deals 90+ damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 30 more damage for each Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 170 HP • Water 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pokémon GO #17 ← Current | 170 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $0.82 |
�📦 Pokémon GO Set Context
This Blastoise is part of the Pokémon GO expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by NC Empire, 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 Pokémon GO are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by NC Empire 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 17 was released in 2022 in the Pokémon GO expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by NC Empire. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Pokémon GO represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Blastoise have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, 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. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.