Scyther – Aquapolis (#106)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Scyther (#106) is a Common card from E-Card - Aquapolis released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Slash attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $7.37, Cardmarket average sale is €3.41, Floor listings start near €0.18.
- TCGplayer market price: $7.37
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.44
- Recent low listing: €0.18
Card Details
- Set
- Aquapolis
- Card Number
- 106
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 50
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Scizor
Attacks & Strategy
- Slash [Colorless] — 10
-
Swift
[Grass, Colorless]
— 20
This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, Poké-Powers, Poké-Bodies, or any other effects on the Defending Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Scyther from Aquapolis (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Midori Harada.
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 Scyther 106 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Scyther's Slash deals 10 damage for Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Scyther Cards
Looking for other Scyther cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquapolis #106 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Common | $7.37 |
�📦 Aquapolis Set Context
This Scyther is part of the Aquapolis expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Midori Harada, 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 Scyther 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 Midori Harada resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Aquapolis
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Scyther 106 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 Midori Harada. 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: Grass type Pokémon like Scyther 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 Scyther 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Scyther works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.