Octillery – Mysterious Treasures (#57)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Octillery (#57) is an Uncommon card from Diamond & Pearl - Mysterious Treasures released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Crash Bomber attack (30+ damage), If the Defending Pokémon has any Special Energy cards attached to it, this attack does 30 damage plus 30 more damage. Then, discard a Special Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.34, Cardmarket average sale is €0.28, Floor listings start near €0.03.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.34
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.37
- Recent low listing: €0.03
Card Details
- Set
- Mysterious Treasures
- Card Number
- 57
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning +20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Crash Bomber
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
If the Defending Pokémon has any Special Energy cards attached to it, this attack does 30 damage plus 30 more damage. Then, discard a Special Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon. -
Aqua Liner
[Water, Water]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. This attack does 40 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Octillery from Mysterious Treasures (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
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 57 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Octillery's Crash Bomber deals 30+ damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If the Defending Pokémon has any Special Energy cards attached to it, this attack does 30 damage plu...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning +20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mysterious Treasures #57 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.34 |
�📦 Mysterious Treasures Set Context
This Octillery is part of the Mysterious Treasures expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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
- Uncommon cards from Mysterious Treasures are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno 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: Octillery 57 was released in 2007 in the Mysterious Treasures 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 Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Mysterious Treasures 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 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 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. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.