We do not have the Near Mint average for the English print yet. Meanwhile this is the Cardmarket 30-day average, which mixes every language and condition (updated 07/11/2026).
It is card 1 of the 25 in the official Celebrations Classic Collection checklist. If you are completing the set, mark it in your collection to keep track.
Rarity: Classic Collection. The symbol in the bottom corner confirms it at a glance, as explained in Pokémon card rarities explained.
Artwork by Ken Sugimori. Some collectors chase every card by the same artist: how to start (in Spanish).
As often as you like during your turn (before your attack), you may attach 1 Water Energy card to 1 of your Water Pokémon. (This doesn't use up your 1 Energy card attachment for the turn.) This power can't be used if Blastoise is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed.
Attacks
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Hydro Pump
40+
Does 40 damage plus 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Blastoise but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. Extra Water Energy after the 2nd doesn't count.
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A brutal Pokémon with pressurized water jets on its shell. They are used for high-speed tackles.