Kingdra – Neo Revelation (#19)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Kingdra (#19) is a Rare card from Neo - Neo Revelation released in 2001. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Genetic Memory attack, Use any attack from Kingdra's Basic Pokémon card or Evolution card. (Kingdra doesn't have to pay for that attack's Energy cost.). Cardmarket average sale is €4.75, Floor listings start near €0.75.
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.21
- Recent low listing: €0.75
Card Details
- Set
- Neo Revelation
- Card Number
- 19
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Genetic Memory
[Colorless]
Use any attack from Kingdra's Basic Pokémon card or Evolution card. (Kingdra doesn't have to pay for that attack's Energy cost.) -
Twister
[Water, Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
Flip 2 coins. For each heads, choose 1 Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon, if any, and discard it. If both are tails, this attack does nothing (not even damage).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Kingdra from Neo Revelation (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2001, 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 Kingdra 19 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Kingdra's Genetic Memory for Colorless energy. Special effect: Use any attack from Kingdra's Basic Pokémon card or Evolution card. (Kingdra doesn't have to pay for...
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Water Type
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Kingdra Cards
Looking for other Kingdra cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Revelation #19 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Rare | N/A |
�📦 Neo Revelation Set Context
This Kingdra is part of the Neo Revelation expansion , released as part of the Neo series in 2001.
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 Kingdra 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 cards from Neo Revelation 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: Kingdra 19 was released in 2001 in the Neo Revelation 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 Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Neo Revelation 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 Kingdra 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 Kingdra 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: Kingdra works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.