Walrein – Primal Clash (#48)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Walrein (#48) is a Rare card from XY - Primal Clash released in 2015. It showcases artwork by Satoshi Shirai and the Knock Over attack (50 damage), You may discard any Stadium card in play.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.28, Cardmarket average sale is €0.27, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.28
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.43
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Primal Clash
- Card Number
- 48
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Satoshi Shirai
- HP
- 150
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Knock Over
[Water, Colorless]
— 50
You may discard any Stadium card in play. -
Frozen Splash
[Water, Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 70+
If your opponent's Active Pokémon is a Fighting Pokémon, this attack does 70 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Walrein from Primal Clash (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Satoshi Shirai.
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 Walrein 48 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Walrein's Knock Over deals 50 damage for Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: You may discard any Stadium card in play.
Stats Overview: 150 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Walrein Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primal Clash #48 ← Current | 150 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.28 |
�📦 Primal Clash Set Context
This Walrein is part of the Primal Clash expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Satoshi Shirai, 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 Walrein 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 Primal Clash are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Satoshi Shirai 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: Walrein 48 was released in 2015 in the Primal Clash expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Satoshi Shirai. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Primal Clash 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 Walrein 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 Walrein 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: Walrein works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.