Crawdaunt – Holon Phantoms (#99)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Crawdaunt (#99) is a Rare Holo Ex card from EX - Holon Phantoms released in 2006. It showcases artwork by Ryo Ueda and the Power Blow attack (20× damage), Does 20 damage times the amount of Energy attached to Crawdaunt ex.. TCGplayer market price sits around $52.58, Cardmarket average sale is €26.35, Floor listings start near €8.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $52.58
- Cardmarket trend price: €16.18
- Recent low listing: €8.50
Card Details
- Set
- Holon Phantoms
- Card Number
- 99
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryo Ueda
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Splash Back
Once during your turn (before your attack), if your opponent has 4 or more Benched Pokémon, you may choose 1 of them and return that Pokémon and all cards attached to it to his or her hand. This power can't be used if Crawdaunt ex is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
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Power Blow
[Water, Colorless]
— 20×
Does 20 damage times the amount of Energy attached to Crawdaunt ex.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Crawdaunt from Holon Phantoms (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2006, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryo Ueda.
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 Crawdaunt 99 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Crawdaunt's Power Blow deals 20× damage for Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 20 damage times the amount of Energy attached to Crawdaunt ex.
Stats Overview: 110 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holon Phantoms #99 ← Current | 110 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Ex | $52.58 |
�📦 Holon Phantoms Set Context
This Crawdaunt is part of the Holon Phantoms expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2006.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryo Ueda, 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 Crawdaunt 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 Ex cards from Holon Phantoms are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryo Ueda 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: Crawdaunt 99 was released in 2006 in the Holon Phantoms expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ryo Ueda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Holon Phantoms 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 Crawdaunt have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Crawdaunt 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: Crawdaunt works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.