Blastoise 4/165
Set: Expedition Base Set
Released: Sep 15, 2002
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #9
- Card Number 4/165
- Card RarityRare Holo
- IllustratorKimiya Masago
- Release Date15/09/2002
- SeriesE-Card
- Expansion Expedition Base Set
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Water - Health Points100 HP
- Weakness
Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×2
Water 
Lightning ×2 
Abilities
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Poké-Power:
Jet Stream
Once during your turn (before your attack), if Blastoise is your Active Pokémon, you may flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy card attached to Blastoise, if any. Then, if there are any Energy cards attached to the Defending Pokémon, choose 1 of them and discard it. This power can't be used if Blastoise is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks
- Energy Cannon40+
Does 40 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to Blastoise but not used to pay for this attack's Energy Cost. You can't add more than 20 damage in this way.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Blastoise emerging powerfully from turbulent waters, its massive cannons aimed forward, steam billowing as it prepares to unleash a devastating hydro attack under a misty, dynamic sky.
Playability Overview
This Blastoise card offers strong disruption and solid damage output, but its reliance on energy attachment and coin flips can make it inconsistent in competitive play.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Stormy SeasThis Blastoise card has a powerful underwater storm vibe with bubbles and splashing water in the background. It works well as a page anchor for water or ocean-themed pages, surrounded by other strong Water-type Pokémon to emphasize the intense, churning sea energy.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Intense / Cool Blue / Underwater Battle / Sea Power
