Blastoise – XY Black Star Promos (#XY122)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Blastoise (#XY122) is a Promo card from XY - XY Black Star Promos released in 2013. It showcases artwork by kawayoo and the Rapid Spin attack (30 damage), Switch this Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. The, your opponent switches his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $153.39, Cardmarket average sale is €78.42, Floor listings start near €19.90.
- TCGplayer market price: $153.39
- Cardmarket trend price: €87.46
- Recent low listing: €19.90
Card Details
- Set
- XY Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- XY122
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kawayoo
- HP
- 180
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- M Blastoise-EX
Attacks & Strategy
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Rapid Spin
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
Switch this Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. The, your opponent switches his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon. -
Splash Bomb
[Water, Water, Water]
— 120
Flip a coin. If heads, this Pokémon does 30 damage to itself.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Blastoise from XY Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kawayoo.
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 XY122 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Blastoise's Rapid Spin deals 30 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Switch this Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. The, your opponent switches his or her Active Po...
Stats Overview: 180 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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XY Black Star Promos #XY122 ← Current | 180 | 2 attacks | Promo | $153.39 |
�📦 XY Black Star Promos Set Context
This Blastoise is part of the XY Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2013.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kawayoo, 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
- Promo cards from XY Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by kawayoo 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 XY122 was released in 2013 in the XY Black Star Promos expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by kawayoo. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: XY Black Star Promos 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 with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. 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. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.