2016 Pokemon M Blastoise EX 022 Japanese 20th Anniversary 1st Ed PSA 10 Gem Mint
2016 Pokemon M Blastoise EX 022 Japanese 20th Anniversary 1st Ed PSA 10 Gem Mint
Price: $199.99
Blastoise EX from the Japanese 20th Anniversary set, first edition, sitting pretty in a PSA 10 slab. This one’s the Mega evolution, card number 022, and it’s got that ultra rare vibe as an EX full art.
The artwork captures Blastoise mid-blast, shells loaded with those massive water cannons, looking ready to flood the battlefield. The blue hues pop against the starry background, and the holo foil gives it a subtle shine without overdoing it. That determined stare? Classic Blastoise attitude.
On the card text: Water type, beefy 220 HP. Mega Evolution rule means you slap this on your Blastoise EX during your turn, ending it right there. Attacks include Hydro Bombard at 100 damage, plus 30 to two of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon—solid for spreading the hurt. No weakness or resistance listed, retreat cost of three. It’s straightforward power without fancy gimmicks.
This printing dropped in 2016 for Pokémon’s 20th bash, remixing the XY Evolutions set with Japanese flair. What stands out? That first edition stamp and the nostalgic nod to Base Set vibes, but with mega mechanics. Collectors dig how it bridges old-school charm with modern play, especially in a language that’s a collector’s curveball outside Japan. Not as flooded in the market as English versions, which keeps it fresh.
Slab-wise, PSA 10 means gem mint all around—centering likely dead on, edges crisp, corners sharp, surface flawless. Eye appeal is strong with the full art stretching edge to edge, no print lines mucking it up. Pop reports show this one’s scarce in top grade; estimates put PSA 10s under 50 total, making it a tough chase for completionists.
I’d stash this in a display case next to its Kanto starter buddies, just to relive those evo lines.
Quick Facts:
– Card Title: M Blastoise EX
– Set: Japanese 20th Anniversary 1st Ed
– Rarity: Ultra Rare
– Condition: PSA 10
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