Pokémon - 1 Card - Blastoise 009 Foil

The "Blastoise" card from the original Pokémon TCG series (often referred to as the "Old Back" or "Base Set" era) remains immensely popular today. As one of the original three starter Pokémon—alongside Charizard and Venusaur—it is highly sought after by collectors and valued for its competitive utility.

Due to the scarcity of first-edition prints and its formidable strength in competitive play, these cards trade for prices ranging from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of yen. Prices for these vintage Blastoise cards fluctuate significantly based on condition and rarity.

Why is it so popular?
It possesses the powerful special ability "Rain Dance" (Amagoi), which allows the player to attach Water Energy cards to their Pokémon as many times as they like during their turn.
Synonymous with being the "strongest Water-type" in the original TCG meta, it played a pivotal role in tournaments of that era.
It boasts outstanding visual appeal; the weighty, CG-style artwork characteristic of the early sets resonates deeply with collectors, ensuring a constant demand for Blastoise cards to this day.

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【Note】

・I think it's in good condition considering its age, but please judge for yourself from the photos.
It will be shipped from Japan in a card case.
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