Blastoise ex 200/165
Set: 151
Released: Sep 22, 2023
Pokémon
Water Type
Special Illustration Rare Pull Rate: 1 in 225.1 packs (0.4%)
Evolves From:
Wartortle
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #9
- Card Number 200/165
- Card RaritySpecial Illustration Rare
- IllustratorMitsuhiro Arita
- Release Date22/09/2023
- Regulation MarkG
- SeriesScarlet & Violet
- Expansion 151
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatLegal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusIn Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Water - Health Points330 HP
- Weakness
Lightning ×2 - Retreat Cost


Colorless ×3
Abilities
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Ability:
Solid Shell
This Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks
- Twin Cannons140×


Discard up to 2 Basic Water Energy cards from your hand. This attack does 140 damage for each card you discarded in this way.
Rules
- Pokémon ex rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Blastoise underwater, surrounded by bubbles that rise towards the surface. The background is a blend of deep blues, creating the impression of being submerged in a vast ocean. Blastoise is angled downward slightly, adding a sense of motion and fluidity to the scene.The art style is dynamic with a focus on cool tones such as aqua and indigo. Shading is used effectively to give the character a three-dimensional presence, particularly highlighting its muscular form and the reflective surface of its shell. The mood is calm yet powerful, capturing the essence of Blastoise’s strength and grace in its natural aquatic environment.
Playability Overview
Blastoise ex offers strong durability with its Solid Shell ability while enabling powerful burst damage through Twin Cannons, balancing energy discard with high-risk, high-reward attack potential.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Hydro PowerhouseThis Blastoise ex exudes a strong, aquatic vibe with its stunning art featuring a waterlogged shell. I'd suggest placing it in a section dedicated to heavy hitters, perhaps alongside other powerful Water types. Its ability to absorb damage adds a tactical element, making it a standout in any battle-themed layout.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Fierce / Cool Tones / Water Battle / Power Surge










