Clamperl – Primal Clash (#49)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Clamperl (#49) is a Common card from XY - Primal Clash released in 2015. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Shell Protection attack, During your opponent's next turn, if this Pokémon would be damaged by an attack, prevent that attack's damage done to this Pokémon if that damage is 50 or less.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.21, Cardmarket average sale is €0.12, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.21
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.13
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Primal Clash
- Card Number
- 49
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 50
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Shell Protection
[Water]
During your opponent's next turn, if this Pokémon would be damaged by an attack, prevent that attack's damage done to this Pokémon if that damage is 50 or less.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Clamperl from Primal Clash (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Clamperl 49 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Clamperl's Shell Protection for Water energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, if this Pokémon would be damaged by an attack, prevent that attack...
Stats Overview: 50 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 Clamperl Cards
Looking for other Clamperl cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primal Clash #49 ← Current | 50 | 1 attack | Common | $0.21 |
�📦 Primal Clash Set Context
This Clamperl is part of the Primal Clash expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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 Clamperl 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
- Common cards from Primal Clash are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita 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: Clamperl 49 was released in 2015 in the Primal Clash 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 Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Primal Clash 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 Clamperl 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 Clamperl 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: Clamperl works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.