Octillery – BREAKthrough (#33)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Octillery (#33) is a Rare Holo card from XY - BREAKthrough released in 2015. It showcases artwork by Kyoko Umemoto and the Hug attack (40 damage), The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $4.59, Cardmarket average sale is €2.57, Floor listings start near €0.80.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.59
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.58
- Recent low listing: €0.80
Card Details
- Set
- BREAKthrough
- Card Number
- 33
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kyoko Umemoto
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Abyssal Hand
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may draw cards until you have 5 cards in your hand.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Hug
[Water, Water, Colorless]
— 40
The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Octillery from BREAKthrough (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kyoko Umemoto.
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 Octillery 33 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Octillery's Hug deals 40 damage for Water + Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
Stats Overview: 90 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 Octillery Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BREAKthrough #33 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $4.59 |
�📦 BREAKthrough Set Context
This Octillery is part of the BREAKthrough expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kyoko Umemoto, 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 Octillery 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 BREAKthrough are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kyoko Umemoto 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.
More from BREAKthrough
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Octillery 33 was released in 2015 in the BREAKthrough 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 Kyoko Umemoto. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: BREAKthrough 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 Octillery 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 Octillery 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: Octillery works best in Water type decks.