Floatzel-gl – Rising Rivals (#104)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Floatzel-gl (#104) is a Rare Holo Lv.x card from Platinum - Rising Rivals released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Energy Cyclone attack (20× damage), Choose as many Energy cards from your hand as you like and show them to your opponent. This attack does 20 damage times the number of Energy cards you chose. Put those Energy cards on top of your deck. Shuffle your deck afterward.. TCGplayer market price sits around $42.50, Cardmarket average sale is €26.89, Floor listings start near €9.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $42.50
- Cardmarket trend price: €27.84
- Recent low listing: €9.99
Card Details
- Set
- Rising Rivals
- Card Number
- 104
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Lv.x
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
Abilities
-
Water Rescue
Whenever any of your Water Pokémon (excluding any Floatzel GL) is Knocked Out by damage from your opponent's attack, you may put that Pokémon and all cards that were attached to it from your discard pile into your hand.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Energy Cyclone
[Water, Water]
— 20×
Choose as many Energy cards from your hand as you like and show them to your opponent. This attack does 20 damage times the number of Energy cards you chose. Put those Energy cards on top of your deck. Shuffle your deck afterward.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Floatzel-gl from Rising Rivals (Rare Holo Lv.x) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, 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 Floatzel-gl 104 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Floatzel-gl's Energy Cyclone deals 20× damage for Water + Water energy. Special effect: Choose as many Energy cards from your hand as you like and show them to your opponent. This attack d...
Stats Overview: 100 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.
� Compare Floatzel-gl Cards
Looking for other Floatzel-gl cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Rivals #104 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Lv.x | $42.50 |
�📦 Rising Rivals Set Context
This Floatzel-gl is part of the Rising Rivals expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
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 Floatzel-gl 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 Lv.x cards from Rising Rivals 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: Floatzel-gl 104 was released in 2009 in the Rising Rivals expansion. This set is part of the Platinum 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: Rising Rivals 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 Floatzel-gl 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 Floatzel-gl 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: Floatzel-gl works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.