Horsea – Legends Awakened (#102)

Horsea Pokémon card — Legends Awakened #102, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Legends Awakened expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Horsea (#102) is a Common card from Diamond & Pearl - Legends Awakened released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Smokescreen attack, If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.47, Cardmarket average sale is €0.11, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.47
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.20
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.20 (CM) $0.47 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Legends Awakened
Card Number
102
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 Ken Sugimori
HP
50
Type
💧 Water
Weaknesses
Lightning +10
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Seadra

Attacks & Strategy

  • Smokescreen [Colorless]
    If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing.
  • Reverse Thrust [Water] — 10
    Switch Horsea with 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Seadra for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Horsea from Legends Awakened (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.

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 Horsea 102 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Horsea's Smokescreen for Colorless energy. Special effect: If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coi...

Stats Overview: 50 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning +10

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
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�📦 Legends Awakened Set Context

This Horsea is part of the Legends Awakened expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Horsea 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

  • Common cards from Legends Awakened are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Ken Sugimori 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: Horsea 102 was released in 2008 in the Legends Awakened expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Legends Awakened 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 Horsea 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 Horsea 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: Horsea works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

🛒 Where to Buy Horsea & Explore More

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