Tentacruel – 151 (#73)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Tentacruel (#73) is an Uncommon card from Scarlet & Violet - 151 released in 2023. It showcases artwork by miki kudo and the Poisonous Whip attack (30 damage), Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.09, Cardmarket average sale is €0.05, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.09
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.04
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- 151
- Card Number
- 73
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 miki kudo
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Poisonous Whip
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned. -
Tentacular Panic
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 90×
Flip a coin until you get tails. This attack does 90 damage for each heads. If the first flip is tails, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Tentacruel from 151 (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator miki kudo.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Tentacruel 73 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Tentacruel's Poisonous Whip deals 30 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned.
Stats Overview: 120 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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 151 #73 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.09 |
�📦 151 Set Context
This Tentacruel is part of the 151 expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by miki kudo, 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 Tentacruel 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 151 are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by miki kudo 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.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Tentacruel 73 was released in 2023 in the 151 expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by miki kudo. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: 151 is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Tentacruel with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Tentacruel 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: Tentacruel works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.