The Blastoise & Piplup-GX (#38) from the 2019 Cosmic Eclipse set is a sought-after Rare Holo GX card featuring 270 HP and unique Water-type mechanics.
Blastoise & Piplup-GX
2019 • Pokémon • Cosmic Eclipse
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Description
The Blastoise & Piplup-GX, designated as card number 38 in the 2019 Cosmic Eclipse set, represents a dynamic dual-Pokémon entity within the Pokémon Trading Card Game. As a Basic Water-type Pokémon with 270 Hit Points, this card offers significant durability and strategic flexibility for collectors and players alike. The artwork is credited to Mitsuhiro Arita, whose signature style brings the Water-type duo to life on this Rare Holo finish. This card distinguishes itself through its powerful attack capabilities. The primary move, WaterColorSplash Maker, allows players to attach up to three Water Energy cards from their hand to their Pokémon in any configuration, while simultaneously healing 50 damage from each affected Pokémon. This dual function of resource acceleration and damage mitigation makes it a valuable asset in many gameplay scenarios. Additionally, the card features the GX attack, Bubble Launcher-GX, which inflicts paralysis on the opponent's Active Pokémon. If the user has at least three extra Water Energy cards attached, the power of this attack increases significantly, showcasing the synergy between the Blastoise and Piplup forms. Collectors often seek out Blastoise & Piplup-GX for its nostalgic value and mechanical depth. For those building a comprehensive collection of the Cosmic Eclipse expansion, this card serves as a key piece for enthusiasts looking to complete their set. Its status as a Rare Holo GX makes it a desirable addition to any Pokémon TCG library, appealing to both casual fans and serious collectors who appreciate the intricate design and gameplay potential of GX cards.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Blastoise & Piplup-GX
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Rare Holo Gx
Mitsuhiro Arita
Card Stock
English
Holo
270
Water
Basic
Grass ×2
3
9, 393
Card Text
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Attack: Splash Maker (150)
You may attach up to 3 Water Energy cards from your hand to your Pokémon in any way you like. If you do, heal 50 damage from those Pokémon for each card you attached to them in this way.
Attack: Bubble Launcher-GX (100+)
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If this Pokémon has at least 3 extra Water Energy attached to it (in addition to this attack's cost), this attack does 150 more damage. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
