Buizel – Flashfire (#28)

Buizel Pokémon card — Flashfire #28, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Flashfire expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Buizel (#28) is a Common card from XY - Flashfire released in 2014. It showcases artwork by sui and the Water Gun attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.19, Cardmarket average sale is €0.12, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.19
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.12
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.12 (CM) $0.19 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Flashfire
Card Number
28
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 sui
HP
60
Type
💧 Water
Weaknesses
Grass ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Floatzel

Attacks & Strategy

  • Water Gun [Water] — 10
  • Quick Attack [Water, Colorless] — 10+
    Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 more damage.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Floatzel for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Buizel from Flashfire (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2014, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator sui.

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 Buizel 28 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Buizel's Water Gun deals 10 damage for Water energy.

Stats Overview: 60 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 Buizel Cards

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Set HP Attacks Rarity Avg Price
Flashfire #28 ← Current 60 2 attacks Common $0.19

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�📦 Flashfire Set Context

This Buizel is part of the Flashfire expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2014.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by sui, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Buizel card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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

  • Common cards from Flashfire are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by sui 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.

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📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Buizel 28 was released in 2014 in the Flashfire 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 sui. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Flashfire 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 Buizel 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 Buizel card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Water energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Buizel works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

🛒 Where to Buy Buizel & Explore More

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