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Pokémon Cards

Blastoise-EX

XY 29/146 • ultra-rare

Set: XY
Number: 29/146
Rarity: Rare Holo EX
Released: 2014
Energy type: water energy
Finish: Holographic
Market price: $11.35
Artist: Eske Yoshinob

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Market

What it's worth

$11.35market price via TCGplayer · Sep 20, 2026$10.76 – $11.73 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

The Blastoise-EX from the XY expansion highlights the introduction of the EX mechanic, which featured powerful Pokémon with high HP and unique abilities. Collectors value this card for its classic depiction of a fan-favorite Generation I starter and its role in defining the competitive landscape of the XY era.

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Card face

What it does

180 HPBasicEX

Cost: colorless energy colorless energyRapid Spin30

Switch this Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. Then, your opponent switches his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon.

Cost: water energy water energy water energySplash Bomb120

Flip a coin. If tails, this Pokémon does 30 damage to itself.

Weaknessgrass energy×2Retreatcolorless energy colorless energy colorless energy

Pokémon-EX rule: When a Pokémon-EX has been Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Formats

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StandardNot legal
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Provenance

Where it came from

The Blastoise-EX card, numbered 29/146, was released as part of the XY base set in early 2014, marking the official introduction of the Pokémon Trading Card Game's sixth generation. This set transitioned the game into the 'XY' era, which focused on the introduction of Mega Evolutions and the modern graphic design standards for the TCG, characterized by vertical orientation and stylized silver borders for EX cards.

The card was illustrated by Eske Yoshinob, a prominent artist within the Pokémon TCG stable known for high-energy, digital renderings. Yoshinob designed this piece to emphasize the raw, kinetic power of the character, utilizing dynamic lighting and a metallic aesthetic to reflect the 'EX' status. Upon release, the card was well-received by competitive players for its 'Rapid Slashing' attack, and it remains a touchstone for collectors of the XY-era card frame.

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