Basic Water Energy

Paldea Evolved 279/193 • secret-rare

Set: Paldea Evolved
Number: 279/193
Rarity: Hyper Rare
Released: 2023
Finish: Gold
Market price: $9.95

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$9.95market price via TCGplayer · Aug 30, 2026$8.35 – $15.09 over the tracked period

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This Hyper Rare version of the Basic Water Energy from the Paldea Evolved set is distinguished by its unique gold-etched finish, which contrasts with the standard card designs found in most packs. As a secret-rare card, it is sought after by collectors who appreciate the premium aesthetic and artistic detail that the Pokémon Trading Card Game occasionally applies to foundational energy cards.

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The Basic Water Energy card, numbered 279/193, was introduced in the Paldea Evolved expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, which debuted in 2023. This set focused on creatures and themes from the Scarlet and Violet video games, marking a shift in design philosophy as the game transitioned into the Generation IX era. The card itself serves as a foundational resource for deck building, providing the necessary energy for Water-type Pokémon to execute their attacks.

This specific iteration is classified as a secret-rare Hyper Rare, distinguished by its elaborate etched gold foil treatment. The design emphasizes the aesthetic evolution of basic energy cards in modern sets, where artists are given more creative liberty to elevate these utility cards into centerpiece collectibles. Its inclusion in the set was intended to provide a high-value chase card for collectors, blending the essential functionality of a basic card with the intricate artistic craftsmanship characteristic of modern Pokémon hyper rare printings.

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