Totodile – Hidden Legends (#79)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Totodile (#79) is a Common card from EX - Hidden Legends released in 2004. It showcases artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshikawa and the Flail attack (10× damage), Does 10 damage for each damage counter on Totodile.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.42, Cardmarket average sale is €0.26, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.42
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.31
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Hidden Legends
- Card Number
- 79
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin-ichi Yoshikawa
- HP
- 50
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Croconaw
Attacks & Strategy
-
Flail
[Colorless]
— 10×
Does 10 damage for each damage counter on Totodile. - Bite [Water, Colorless] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Totodile from Hidden Legends (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2004, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin-ichi Yoshikawa.
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 Totodile 79 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Totodile's Flail deals 10× damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 10 damage for each damage counter on Totodile.
Stats Overview: 50 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 Totodile Cards
Looking for other Totodile cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Legends #79 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.42 |
�📦 Hidden Legends Set Context
This Totodile is part of the Hidden Legends expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2004.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshikawa, 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 Totodile 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
- Common cards from Hidden Legends are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin-ichi Yoshikawa 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: Totodile 79 was released in 2004 in the Hidden Legends 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 Shin-ichi Yoshikawa. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Hidden Legends 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 Totodile with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Totodile 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: Totodile works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.