Seaking – Unbroken Bonds (#49)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Seaking (#49) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Unbroken Bonds released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Enhanced Horn attack (30× damage), Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage for each heads. If this Pokémon has a Pokémon Tool card attached to it, flip 6 coins instead.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.30, Cardmarket average sale is €0.41, Floor listings start near €0.07.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.30
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.23
- Recent low listing: €0.07
Card Details
- Set
- Unbroken Bonds
- Card Number
- 49
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Enhanced Horn
[Water]
— 30×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage for each heads. If this Pokémon has a Pokémon Tool card attached to it, flip 6 coins instead.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Seaking from Unbroken Bonds (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Midori Harada.
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 Seaking 49 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Seaking's Enhanced Horn deals 30× damage for Water energy. Special effect: Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage for each heads. If this Pokémon has a Pokémon Tool card att...
Stats Overview: 100 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.
� Compare Seaking Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unbroken Bonds #49 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.30 |
�📦 Unbroken Bonds Set Context
This Seaking is part of the Unbroken Bonds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
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 Seaking 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 Unbroken Bonds 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.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Seaking 49 was released in 2019 in the Unbroken Bonds expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon 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: Unbroken Bonds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Seaking 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 Seaking 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: Seaking works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.