Omastar – Arceus (#23)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Omastar (#23) is a Rare card from Platinum - Arceus released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Hajime Kusajima and the Time Spiral attack, Choose 1 of your opponent's Evolved Pokémon. Remove the highest Stage Evolution card from that Pokémon and have your opponent shuffle that card into his or her deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.43, Cardmarket average sale is €0.94, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.43
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.20
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Arceus
- Card Number
- 23
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hajime Kusajima
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass +30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Time Spiral
[Colorless, Colorless]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Evolved Pokémon. Remove the highest Stage Evolution card from that Pokémon and have your opponent shuffle that card into his or her deck. -
Primal Tentacles
[Water, Colorless]
— 30+
Does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each Helix Fossil, Dome Fossil, and Old Amber in your discard pile.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Omastar from Arceus (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hajime Kusajima.
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 Omastar 23 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Omastar's Time Spiral for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Choose 1 of your opponent's Evolved Pokémon. Remove the highest Stage Evolution card from that Pokém...
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass +30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Omastar Cards
Looking for other Omastar cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arceus #23 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Rare | $1.43 |
�📦 Arceus Set Context
This Omastar is part of the Arceus expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hajime Kusajima, 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 Omastar 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 Arceus are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hajime Kusajima 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: Omastar 23 was released in 2009 in the Arceus expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Hajime Kusajima. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Arceus 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 Omastar 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 Omastar 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: Omastar works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.