Croconaw – HeartGold & SoulSilver (#38)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Croconaw (#38) is an Uncommon card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HeartGold & SoulSilver released in 2010. It showcases artwork by kawayoo and the Wave Splash attack (30 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $1.19, Cardmarket average sale is €0.48, Floor listings start near €0.06.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.19
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.55
- Recent low listing: €0.06
Card Details
- Set
- HeartGold & SoulSilver
- Card Number
- 38
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kawayoo
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Feraligatr
Attacks & Strategy
- Wave Splash [Water, Colorless] — 30
-
Big Bite
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Croconaw from HeartGold & SoulSilver (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, 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 Croconaw 38 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Croconaw's Wave Splash deals 30 damage for Water + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 80 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 Croconaw Cards
Looking for other Croconaw cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HeartGold & SoulSilver #38 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $1.19 |
�📦 HeartGold & SoulSilver Set Context
This Croconaw is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.
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 Croconaw 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
- Uncommon cards from HeartGold & SoulSilver 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: Croconaw 38 was released in 2010 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver 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: HeartGold & SoulSilver 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 Croconaw with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Croconaw 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: Croconaw works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.