Sealeo – Legend Maker (#43)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Sealeo (#43) is an Uncommon card from EX - Legend Maker released in 2006. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Lunge Out attack (30 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.42, Cardmarket average sale is €0.54, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.42
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.69
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Legend Maker
- Card Number
- 43
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Walrein
Abilities
-
Power Circulation
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may search your discard pile for a basic Energy card, show it to your opponent, and put it on top of your deck. If you do, put 1 damage counter on Sealeo. This power can't be used if Sealeo is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
- Lunge Out [Water, Colorless] — 30
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Sealeo from Legend Maker (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2006, 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 Sealeo 43 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Sealeo's Lunge Out deals 30 damage for Water + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Sealeo Cards
Looking for other Sealeo cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legend Maker #43 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.42 |
�📦 Legend Maker Set Context
This Sealeo is part of the Legend Maker expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2006.
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 Sealeo 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
- Uncommon cards from Legend Maker 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: Sealeo 43 was released in 2006 in the Legend Maker expansion. This set is part of the EX 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: Legend Maker 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 Sealeo have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Sealeo 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: Sealeo works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.