Tirtouga – Black Bolt (#22)

Tirtouga Pokémon card — Black Bolt #22, Uncommon
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Tirtouga (#22) is an Uncommon card from Scarlet & Violet - Black Bolt released in 2025. It showcases artwork by Gemi and the Ancient Seaweed attack (30× damage), This attack does 30 damage for each Item card in your opponent's discard pile.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.10, Cardmarket average sale is €0.06, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.10
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.04
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.04 (CM) $0.10 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Black Bolt
Card Number
22
Rarity
✨ Uncommon
Illustrator
🎨 Gemi
HP
100
Type
💧 Water
Regulation Mark
Regulation I ✓ Legal in Standard
Weaknesses
Lightning ×2
Retreat Cost
3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Evolves To
Carracosta

Attacks & Strategy

  • Ancient Seaweed [Water] — 30×
    This attack does 30 damage for each Item card in your opponent's discard pile.
  • Surf [Water, Colorless, Colorless] — 80
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Carracosta for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Tirtouga from Black Bolt (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2025, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Gemi.

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 Tirtouga 22 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark I, indicating its current competitive viability.

Key Attack: Tirtouga's Ancient Seaweed deals 30× damage for Water energy. Special effect: This attack does 30 damage for each Item card in your opponent's discard pile.

Stats Overview: 100 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
Black Bolt #22 ← Current 100 2 attacks Uncommon $0.10

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�📦 Black Bolt Set Context

This Tirtouga is part of the Black Bolt expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2025.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Gemi, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Tirtouga card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Black Bolt are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Gemi 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: Tirtouga 22 was released in 2025 in the Black Bolt 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 Gemi. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Black Bolt 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 Tirtouga 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 Tirtouga card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Water energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Tirtouga 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.

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