Blastoise – Team Up (#25)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Blastoise (#25) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Team Up released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Hitoshi Ariga and the Hydro Tackle attack (150 damage), This Pokémon does 30 damage to itself.. TCGplayer market price sits around $5.11, Cardmarket average sale is €4.96, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $5.11
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.64
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Team Up
- Card Number
- 25
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hitoshi Ariga
- HP
- 160
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Powerful Squall
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may look at the top 6 cards of your deck and attach any number of Water Energy cards you find there to your Pokémon in any way you like. Shuffle the other cards back into your deck.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Hydro Tackle
[Water, Water, Water]
— 150
This Pokémon does 30 damage to itself.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (50.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Blastoise from Team Up (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hitoshi Ariga.
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 25 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Blastoise's Hydro Tackle deals 150 damage for Water + Water + Water energy. Special effect: This Pokémon does 30 damage to itself.
Stats Overview: 160 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team Up #25 ← Current | 160 | 1 attack | Rare | $5.11 |
�📦 Team Up Set Context
This Blastoise is part of the Team Up expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hitoshi Ariga, 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 cards from Team Up are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hitoshi Ariga 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 25 was released in 2019 in the Team Up expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Hitoshi Ariga. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Team Up 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 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.