Omastar – Sandstorm (#19)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Omastar (#19) is a Rare card from EX - Sandstorm released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Pull Down attack, If your opponent has any Evolved Pokémon in play, remove the highest Stage Evolution card from each of them and put those cards back into his or her hand.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.87, Cardmarket average sale is €0.76, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.87
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.13
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Sandstorm
- Card Number
- 19
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Pull Down
[Colorless]
If your opponent has any Evolved Pokémon in play, remove the highest Stage Evolution card from each of them and put those cards back into his or her hand. -
Hydrocannon
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
Does 30 damage plus 20 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Omastar but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. You can't add more than 40 damage in this way.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Omastar from Sandstorm (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
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 19 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Omastar's Pull Down for Colorless energy. Special effect: If your opponent has any Evolved Pokémon in play, remove the highest Stage Evolution card from each ...
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandstorm #19 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.87 |
�📦 Sandstorm Set Context
This Omastar is part of the Sandstorm expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, 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 Sandstorm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kouki Saitou 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 Sandstorm
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Omastar 19 was released in 2003 in the Sandstorm expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Sandstorm 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.