Ponyta – Aquapolis (#102)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Ponyta (#102) is a Common card from E-Card - Aquapolis released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida and the Tackle attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $2.50, Cardmarket average sale is €1.22, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.50
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.43
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Aquapolis
- Card Number
- 102
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin-ichi Yoshida
- HP
- 40
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Rapidash
Attacks & Strategy
- Tackle [Colorless] — 10
-
Ember
[Fire, Colorless]
— 30
Discard a Fire Energy card attached to Ponyta.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Ponyta from Aquapolis (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, 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 Ponyta 102 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Ponyta's Tackle deals 10 damage for Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 40 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Ponyta Cards
Looking for other Ponyta cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquapolis #102 ← Current | 40 | 2 attacks | Common | $2.50 |
�📦 Aquapolis Set Context
This Ponyta is part of the Aquapolis expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2003.
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 Ponyta 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
- Common cards from Aquapolis 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.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Aquapolis
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Ponyta 102 was released in 2003 in the Aquapolis expansion. This set is part of the E-Card 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: Aquapolis is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Ponyta 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 Ponyta 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 Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Ponyta works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.