Quagsire – Aquapolis (#30)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Quagsire (#30) is a Rare card from E-Card - Aquapolis released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Water Gun attack (20+ damage), This attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Quagsire but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. You can't add more than 20 damage in this way.. TCGplayer market price sits around $28.09, Cardmarket average sale is €7.03, Floor listings start near €1.80.
- TCGplayer market price: $28.09
- Cardmarket trend price: €9.28
- Recent low listing: €1.80
Card Details
- Set
- Aquapolis
- Card Number
- 30
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Water Gun
[Water]
— 20+
This attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Quagsire but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. You can't add more than 20 damage in this way. -
Slam
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 50 damage times the number of heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Quagsire from Aquapolis (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Quagsire 30 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Quagsire's Water Gun deals 20+ damage for Water energy. Special effect: This attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Quagsire but not us...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquapolis #30 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare | $28.09 |
�📦 Aquapolis Set Context
This Quagsire is part of the Aquapolis expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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 Quagsire 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 Aquapolis are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita 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 Aquapolis
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Quagsire 30 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 Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. 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: Water type Pokémon like Quagsire 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 Quagsire 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: Quagsire works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.