Vespiquen – HS—Undaunted (#23)

Vespiquen Pokémon card — HS—Undaunted #23, Rare
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: HS—Undaunted expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Vespiquen (#23) is a Rare card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HS—Undaunted released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Naoyo Kimura and the Mach Wind attack (60 damage), During your next turn, Vespiquen's Retreat Cost is 0.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.60, Cardmarket average sale is €0.73, Floor listings start near €0.05.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.60
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.69
  • Recent low listing: €0.05
Current Prices: €0.69 (CM) $0.60 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
HS—Undaunted
Card Number
23
Rarity
✨ Rare
Illustrator
🎨 Naoyo Kimura
HP
100
Type
🌿 Grass
Weaknesses
Fire ×2
Retreat Cost
3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)

Abilities

  • Defense Sign
    Prevent all damage done to your Benched Grass Pokémon by attacks.

Attacks & Strategy

  • Mach Wind [Grass, Colorless, Colorless] — 60
    During your next turn, Vespiquen's Retreat Cost is 0.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Vespiquen from HS—Undaunted (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, 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 Vespiquen 23 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Vespiquen's Mach Wind deals 60 damage for Grass + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your next turn, Vespiquen's Retreat Cost is 0.

Stats Overview: 100 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×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
HS—Undaunted #23 ← Current 100 1 attack Rare $0.60

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�📦 HS—Undaunted Set Context

This Vespiquen is part of the HS—Undaunted expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.

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 Vespiquen 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 cards from HS—Undaunted 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.
  • Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

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📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Vespiquen 23 was released in 2010 in the HS—Undaunted expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver 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: HS—Undaunted is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Vespiquen have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Vespiquen 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 Grass energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Vespiquen works best in Grass type decks.

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