Croconaw – Phantom Forces (#16)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Croconaw (#16) is an Uncommon card from XY - Phantom Forces released in 2014. It showcases artwork by Sumiyoshi Kizuki and the Wave Splash attack (30 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.29, Cardmarket average sale is €0.23, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.29
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.22
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Phantom Forces
- Card Number
- 16
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Sumiyoshi Kizuki
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Feraligatr
Attacks & Strategy
- Wave Splash [Water, Colorless] — 30
-
Crunch
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 40
Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy attached to your opponent's Active Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Croconaw from Phantom Forces (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2014, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Sumiyoshi Kizuki.
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 16 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
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
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phantom Forces #16 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.29 |
�📦 Phantom Forces Set Context
This Croconaw is part of the Phantom Forces expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2014.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Sumiyoshi Kizuki, 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 Phantom Forces are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Sumiyoshi Kizuki 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 16 was released in 2014 in the Phantom Forces 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 Sumiyoshi Kizuki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Phantom Forces 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 Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ 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.