The 1999 Pokémon Base Set Blastoise holo rare card #2, a legendary Water-type Stage 2 Pokémon designed by Ken Sugimori.
Blastoise
1999 • Pokémon • Base Set
No Listings Available
No listings available right now.
Price History
Description
Number 2 in the original Base Set, Blastoise is a Stage 2 Water-type Pokémon that evolves from Wartortle. This 1999 release, illustrated by Ken Sugimori, remains a cornerstone for enthusiasts of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. As a Holo Rare, this card features a distinctive foil finish that distinguishes it within the set's roster. In gameplay, Blastoise boasts 100 HP and offers strategic versatility. Its Rain Dance ability allows players to attach Water Energy to other Water Pokémon as often as desired during their turn, facilitating powerful setups. The Hydro Pump attack deals 40 damage plus 10 additional damage for each Water Energy attached beyond the attack's cost, making it a formidable offensive option. With a retreat cost of 3, it requires careful resource management. Collectors value this product for its historical significance in the TCG's early days. Completing the Base Set often involves securing low-numbered cards like #2, making it a priority for serious investors and hobbyists.
Have one of these to sell?
We'll pre-fill the product details from this catalog entry, so your listing lands on this exact page. Just add photos of your copy, pick its condition, and set your price.
Card Details
The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
Catalog Profile
The core identity of the card within the set.
Featured Subject
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Blastoise
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Holo Rare
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
Holo
100
Water
Stage 2
Wartortle
Lightning ×2
3
9
Card Text
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
Ability: Rain Dance
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.
Attack: 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.
A brutal Pokémon with pressurized water jets on its shell. They are used for high-speed tackles.