Milotic – Primal Clash (#44)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Milotic (#44) is a Rare Holo card from XY - Primal Clash released in 2015. It showcases artwork by Sanosuke Sakuma and the Aqua Swirl attack (60 damage), You may have your opponent switch his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.24, Cardmarket average sale is €1.10, Floor listings start near €0.12.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.24
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.45
- Recent low listing: €0.12
Card Details
- Set
- Primal Clash
- Card Number
- 44
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Sanosuke Sakuma
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Sparkling Ripples
When you play this Pokémon from your hand to evolve 1 of your Pokémon, you may put a card from your discard pile into your hand.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Aqua Swirl
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60
You may have your opponent switch his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Milotic from Primal Clash (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Sanosuke Sakuma.
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 Milotic 44 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Milotic's Aqua Swirl deals 60 damage for Water + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: You may have your opponent switch his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Milotic Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primal Clash #44 ← Current | 110 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $1.24 |
�📦 Primal Clash Set Context
This Milotic is part of the Primal Clash expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Sanosuke Sakuma, 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 Milotic 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 cards from Primal Clash are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Sanosuke Sakuma 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: Milotic 44 was released in 2015 in the Primal Clash expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Sanosuke Sakuma. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Primal Clash 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 Milotic have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Milotic 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: Milotic works best in Water type decks.