Krabby – 151 (#98)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Krabby (#98) is a Common card from Scarlet & Violet - 151 released in 2023. It showcases artwork by Yukiko Baba and the Salt Water attack, Flip a coin. If heads, search your deck for up to 2 Basic Water Energy cards and attach them to this Pokémon. Then, shuffle your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.09, Cardmarket average sale is €0.04, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.09
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.04
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- 151
- Card Number
- 98
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yukiko Baba
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Kingler
Attacks & Strategy
-
Salt Water
[Water]
Flip a coin. If heads, search your deck for up to 2 Basic Water Energy cards and attach them to this Pokémon. Then, shuffle your deck. - Crabhammer [Water, Water, Water] — 50
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Krabby from 151 (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yukiko Baba.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Krabby 98 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Krabby's Salt Water for Water energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, search your deck for up to 2 Basic Water Energy cards and attach them to this...
Stats Overview: 70 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 Krabby Cards
Looking for other Krabby cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 151 #98 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.09 |
�📦 151 Set Context
This Krabby is part of the 151 expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yukiko Baba, 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 Krabby 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 151 are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yukiko Baba 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: Krabby 98 was released in 2023 in the 151 expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Yukiko Baba. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: 151 is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Krabby with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Krabby 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: Krabby works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.