Scizor – Aquapolis (#H21)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Scizor (#H21) is a Rare Holo card from E-Card - Aquapolis released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Hisao Nakamura and the Snatch attack (20 damage), Before doing damage, you may choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with no damage counters on it and switch the Defending Pokémon with it.. TCGplayer market price sits around $124.98, Cardmarket average sale is €49.98, Floor listings start near €6.30.
- TCGplayer market price: $124.98
- Cardmarket trend price: €57.10
- Recent low listing: €6.30
Card Details
- Set
- Aquapolis
- Card Number
- H21
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hisao Nakamura
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Poison Resistance
Scizor can't be Poisoned.
Attacks & Strategy
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Snatch
[Metal, Colorless]
— 20
Before doing damage, you may choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with no damage counters on it and switch the Defending Pokémon with it. -
Heavy Metal
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
Flip a number of coins equal to the amount of Metal Energy attached to Scizor. This attack does 30 damage plus 20 more damage for each heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Scizor from Aquapolis (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hisao Nakamura.
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 Scizor H21 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Scizor's Snatch deals 20 damage for Metal + Colorless energy. Special effect: Before doing damage, you may choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with no damage counters on ...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×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 #H21 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $124.98 |
�📦 Aquapolis Set Context
This Scizor is part of the Aquapolis expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hisao Nakamura, 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 Scizor 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 Holo cards from Aquapolis are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hisao Nakamura resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Aquapolis
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Scizor H21 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 Hisao Nakamura. 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: Metal type Pokémon like Scizor 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 Scizor 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Scizor works best in Metal type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.