Sharpedo – Ruby & Sapphire (#22)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Sharpedo (#22) is a Rare card from EX - Ruby & Sapphire released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Hajime Kusajima and the Dark Slash attack (40+ damage), You may discard a Darkness Energy card attached to Sharpedo. If you do, this attack does 40 damage plus 30 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.90, Cardmarket average sale is €1.52, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.90
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.47
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Ruby & Sapphire
- Card Number
- 22
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hajime Kusajima
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Rough Skin
If Sharpedo is your Active Pokémon and is damaged by an opponent's attack (even if Sharpedo is Knocked Out), put 2 damage counters on the Attacking Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
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Dark Slash
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 40+
You may discard a Darkness Energy card attached to Sharpedo. If you do, this attack does 40 damage plus 30 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Sharpedo from Ruby & Sapphire (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hajime Kusajima.
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 Sharpedo 22 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Sharpedo's Dark Slash deals 40+ damage for Water + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: You may discard a Darkness Energy card attached to Sharpedo. If you do, this attack does 40 damage p...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Sharpedo Cards
Looking for other Sharpedo cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruby & Sapphire #22 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Rare | $1.90 |
�📦 Ruby & Sapphire Set Context
This Sharpedo is part of the Ruby & Sapphire expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hajime Kusajima, 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 Sharpedo 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 Ruby & Sapphire are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hajime Kusajima 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: Sharpedo 22 was released in 2003 in the Ruby & Sapphire 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 Hajime Kusajima. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Ruby & Sapphire 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 Sharpedo 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 Sharpedo 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: Sharpedo works best in Water type decks.