Victreebel – Aquapolis (#H30)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Victreebel (#H30) is a Rare Holo card from E-Card - Aquapolis released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Miki Tanaka and the Corrosive Acid attack (40 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $58.95, Cardmarket average sale is €24.30, Floor listings start near €4.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $58.95
- Cardmarket trend price: €22.24
- Recent low listing: €4.00
Card Details
- Set
- Aquapolis
- Card Number
- H30
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Miki Tanaka
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Fragrance Trap
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may flip a coin. If heads, choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon and switch the Defending Pokémon with it. This Power can't be used if Victreebel is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Corrosive Acid
[Grass, Grass, Colorless]
— 40
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Victreebel from Aquapolis (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Miki Tanaka.
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 Victreebel H30 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Victreebel's Corrosive Acid deals 40 damage for Grass + Grass + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned.
Stats Overview: 90 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.
� Compare Victreebel Cards
Looking for other Victreebel cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquapolis #H30 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $58.95 |
�📦 Aquapolis Set Context
This Victreebel is part of the Aquapolis expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Miki Tanaka, 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 Victreebel 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 Holo cards from Aquapolis are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Miki Tanaka 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.
More from Aquapolis
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Victreebel H30 was released in 2003 in the Aquapolis 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 Miki Tanaka. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Aquapolis 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 Victreebel 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 Victreebel 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Victreebel works best in Grass type decks.