Totodile – Shining Legends (#18)

Totodile Pokémon card — Shining Legends #18, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Shining Legends expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Totodile (#18) is a Common card from Sun & Moon - Shining Legends released in 2017. It showcases artwork by TOKIYA and the Water Gun attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.23, Cardmarket average sale is €0.10, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.23
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.17
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.17 (CM) $0.23 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Shining Legends
Card Number
18
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 TOKIYA
HP
70
Type
💧 Water
Weaknesses
Grass ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Croconaw

Attacks & Strategy

  • Water Gun [Water] — 10
  • Bite [Water, Colorless] — 20
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Croconaw for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Totodile from Shining Legends (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator TOKIYA.

Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.

Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.

⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability

This Totodile 18 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Totodile's Water Gun deals 10 damage for Water energy.

Stats Overview: 70 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×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
Shining Legends #18 ← Current 70 2 attacks Common $0.23

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�📦 Shining Legends Set Context

This Totodile is part of the Shining Legends expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by TOKIYA, 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 Totodile 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

  • Common cards from Shining Legends are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by TOKIYA 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 18 was released in 2017 in the Shining Legends expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by TOKIYA. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Shining Legends represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.

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 Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Totodile 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: Totodile works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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