Vaporeon – Jungle (#28)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Vaporeon (#28) is a Rare card from Base - Jungle released in 1999. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Quick Attack attack (10+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 20 more damage; if tails, this attack does 10 damage.. Cardmarket average sale is €7.18, Floor listings start near €0.20.
- Cardmarket trend price: €21.89
- Recent low listing: €0.20
Card Details
- Set
- Jungle
- Card Number
- 28
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Quick Attack
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 10+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 20 more damage; if tails, this attack does 10 damage. -
Water Gun
[Water, Water, Colorless]
— 30+
Does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Vaporeon but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. Extra Water Energy after the 2nd doesn't count.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Vaporeon from Jungle (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 1999, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
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 Vaporeon 28 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Vaporeon's Quick Attack deals 10+ damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 20 more damage; if tails, this attack does 10...
Stats Overview: 80 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jungle #28 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare | N/A |
�📦 Jungle Set Context
This Vaporeon is part of the Jungle expansion , released as part of the Base series in 1999.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Vaporeon 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 Jungle are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno 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.
More from Jungle
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Vaporeon 28 was released in 1999 in the Jungle expansion. This set is part of the Base series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Jungle 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 Vaporeon 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 Vaporeon 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: Vaporeon works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.