Floatzel – HS—Unleashed (#16)

Floatzel Pokémon card — HS—Unleashed #16, Rare
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: HS—Unleashed expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Floatzel (#16) is a Rare card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HS—Unleashed released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Masakazu Fukuda and the Waterfall attack (60 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.55, Cardmarket average sale is €0.91, Floor listings start near €0.04.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.55
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.81
  • Recent low listing: €0.04
Current Prices: €0.81 (CM) $0.55 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
HS—Unleashed
Card Number
16
Rarity
✨ Rare
Illustrator
🎨 Masakazu Fukuda
HP
80
Type
💧 Water
Weaknesses
Lightning ×2

Abilities

  • Water Acceleration
    Once during your turn (before your attack), you may attach a Water Energy card from your hand to Floatzel. This power can't be used if Floatzel is affected by a Special Condition.

Attacks & Strategy

  • Waterfall [Water, Water, Colorless] — 60

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Floatzel from HS—Unleashed (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Masakazu Fukuda.

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 16 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Floatzel's Waterfall deals 60 damage for Water + Water + Colorless energy.

Stats Overview: 80 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 Cards

Looking for other Floatzel cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.

Set HP Attacks Rarity Avg Price
HS—Unleashed #16 ← Current 80 1 attack Rare $0.55

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�📦 HS—Unleashed Set Context

This Floatzel is part of the HS—Unleashed expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Masakazu Fukuda, 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.

View all chase cards from HS—Unleashed →

💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Floatzel card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 cards from HS—Unleashed are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Masakazu Fukuda 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.

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📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Floatzel 16 was released in 2010 in the HS—Unleashed 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 Masakazu Fukuda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: HS—Unleashed 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 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 card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Water energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Floatzel works best in Water type decks.

🛒 Where to Buy Floatzel & Explore More

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