Wartortle – Boundaries Crossed (#30)

Wartortle Pokémon card — Boundaries Crossed #30, Uncommon
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Boundaries Crossed expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Wartortle (#30) is an Uncommon card from Black & White - Boundaries Crossed released in 2012. It showcases artwork by Mizue and the Withdraw attack, Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks during your opponent's next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.35, Cardmarket average sale is €0.63, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.35
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.72
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.72 (CM) $0.35 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Boundaries Crossed
Card Number
30
Rarity
✨ Uncommon
Illustrator
🎨 Mizue
HP
80
Type
💧 Water
Weaknesses
Grass ×2
Retreat Cost
2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Evolves To
Blastoise

Attacks & Strategy

  • Withdraw [Colorless]
    Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks during your opponent's next turn.
  • Waterfall [Water, Water, Colorless] — 60
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Blastoise for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Wartortle from Boundaries Crossed (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2012, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mizue.

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 Wartortle 30 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Wartortle's Withdraw for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks during your opponent's nex...

Stats Overview: 80 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×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
Boundaries Crossed #30 ← Current 80 2 attacks Uncommon $0.35

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�📦 Boundaries Crossed Set Context

This Wartortle is part of the Boundaries Crossed expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2012.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mizue, 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 Wartortle 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

  • Uncommon cards from Boundaries Crossed are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Mizue 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: Wartortle 30 was released in 2012 in the Boundaries Crossed expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

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

Set Popularity: Boundaries Crossed 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 Wartortle 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 Wartortle 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: Wartortle works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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