Vaporeon – Skyridge (#H31)

Vaporeon Pokémon card — Skyridge #H31, Rare Holo
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Skyridge expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Vaporeon (#H31) is a Rare Holo card from E-Card - Skyridge released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Naoyo Kimura and the Hypnosplash attack (10 damage), The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.. Cardmarket average sale is €387.50, Floor listings start near €80.00.

  • Cardmarket trend price: €196.66
  • Recent low listing: €80.00
Current Prices: €196.66 (CM)

Card Details

Set
Skyridge
Card Number
H31
Rarity
✨ Rare Holo
Illustrator
🎨 Naoyo Kimura
HP
70
Type
💧 Water
Weaknesses
Lightning ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Abilities

  • Self-healing
    Whenever you attach a Water Energy card from your hand to Vaporeon, remove all Special Conditions affecting Vaporeon.

Attacks & Strategy

  • Hypnosplash [Colorless, Colorless] — 10
    The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.
  • Aqua Trick [Water, Colorless, Colorless] — 40
    If the Defending Pokémon has any Energy cards attached to it, flip a coin. If heads, choose 1 of those Energy cards and move it to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. If your opponent has no Benched Pokémon, ignore this effect.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Vaporeon from Skyridge (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoyo Kimura.

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 H31 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Vaporeon's Hypnosplash deals 10 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.

Stats Overview: 70 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
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�📦 Skyridge Set Context

This Vaporeon is part of the Skyridge expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2003.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoyo Kimura, 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 Vaporeon 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

  • Rare Holo cards from Skyridge are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Naoyo Kimura 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: Vaporeon H31 was released in 2003 in the Skyridge expansion. This set is part of the E-Card series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

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

Set Popularity: Skyridge 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:

🎴 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: Vaporeon works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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