Omastar – Neo Discovery (#43)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Omastar (#43) is an Uncommon card from Neo - Neo Discovery released in 2001. It showcases artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida and the Squeeze attack (10+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 20 more damage and the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If tails, this attack does 10 damage.. Cardmarket average sale is €0.75, Floor listings start near €0.04.
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.04
- Recent low listing: €0.04
Card Details
- Set
- Neo Discovery
- Card Number
- 43
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin-ichi Yoshida
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Squeeze
[Water]
— 10+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 20 more damage and the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If tails, this attack does 10 damage. -
Spike Barrage
[Water, Water, Water]
— 20+
Flip a number of coins equal to the number of Water Energy attached to Omastar. This attack does 20 damage plus 20 more damage for each heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Omastar from Neo Discovery (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2001, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin-ichi Yoshida.
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 43 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Omastar's Squeeze deals 10+ damage for Water energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 20 more damage and the Defending Pokémon is n...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Fighting 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 Omastar Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Discovery #43 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | N/A |
�📦 Neo Discovery Set Context
This Omastar is part of the Neo Discovery expansion , released as part of the Neo series in 2001.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida, 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
- Uncommon cards from Neo Discovery are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin-ichi Yoshida resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Omastar 43 was released in 2001 in the Neo Discovery expansion. This set is part of the Neo series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin-ichi Yoshida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Neo Discovery is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Omastar works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.