Dark-octillery – Neo Destiny (#62)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dark-octillery (#62) is a Common card from Neo - Neo Destiny released in 2002. It showcases artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida and the Ink Blast attack (20+ damage), This attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to Dark Octillery but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. You can't add more than 20 damage in this way.. Cardmarket average sale is €1.23, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.06
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Neo Destiny
- Card Number
- 62
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin-ichi Yoshida
- HP
- 60
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Ink Blast
[Water]
— 20+
This attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to Dark Octillery but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. You can't add more than 20 damage in this way. -
Tentacle Wrap
[Water, Colorless]
— 20
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If tails, during your opponent's next turn, your opponent pays Colorless more to retreat the Defending Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dark-octillery from Neo Destiny (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2002, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin-ichi Yoshida.
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 Dark-octillery 62 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Dark-octillery's Ink Blast deals 20+ damage for Water energy. Special effect: This attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to Dark Octillery but not us...
Stats Overview: 60 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Destiny #62 ← Current | 60 | 2 attacks | Common | N/A |
�📦 Neo Destiny Set Context
This Dark-octillery is part of the Neo Destiny expansion , released as part of the Neo series in 2002.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida, 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 Dark-octillery 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 Neo Destiny are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin-ichi Yoshida 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: Dark-octillery 62 was released in 2002 in the Neo Destiny expansion. This set is part of the Neo series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin-ichi Yoshida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Neo Destiny 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 Dark-octillery 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 Dark-octillery 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: Dark-octillery works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.