Palpitoad – Rebel Clash (#45)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Palpitoad (#45) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Rebel Clash released in 2020. It showcases artwork by MAHOU and the Twirling Sign attack (30 damage), Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.07, Cardmarket average sale is €0.06, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.07
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.04
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Rebel Clash
- Card Number
- 45
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 MAHOU
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Seismitoad
Attacks & Strategy
-
Twirling Sign
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Palpitoad from Rebel Clash (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator MAHOU.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Palpitoad 45 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Palpitoad's Twirling Sign deals 30 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.
Stats Overview: 90 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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rebel Clash #45 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.07 |
�📦 Rebel Clash Set Context
This Palpitoad is part of the Rebel Clash expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by MAHOU, 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 Palpitoad 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 Rebel Clash are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by MAHOU 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: Palpitoad 45 was released in 2020 in the Rebel Clash expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by MAHOU. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Rebel Clash represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Palpitoad 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 Palpitoad 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: Palpitoad works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.