Blastoise EX #XY30 XY Promo Full Art Ultra Rare Pokemon
Blastoise EX #XY30 XY Promo Full Art Ultra Rare Pokemon
Price: $10.00
Blastoise EX from the XY Black Star Promos set, numbered XY30, comes as a full art ultra rare in raw condition. This one’s got that classic turtle powerhouse vibe, with the artwork showing Blastoise blasting water cannons in a dynamic pose that fills the whole card. The full art treatment means the holo foil spreads across the background, catching light in a way that makes the waves shimmer when you tilt it just right.
On the card text side, it’s a Basic Water-type Pokémon-EX with 180 HP. No Ability here, but its attack is Hydro Bombard, which costs three Water Energy and hits the opponent’s Active for 120 damage while splashing 30 to two of their Benched Pokémon. That’s a solid spread for clearing out setups. Being an EX, it gives up two Prize cards when KO’d, so you gotta play smart with it in decks.
This promo dropped back in 2014 as part of the XY era, tied to the XY Evolutions or similar bundles, though it was more of a standalone Black Star release. In raw copies, you often see some factory quirks like off-centering on the borders—maybe a slight shift to the bottom or sides, which is common for these full arts. The card stock is that thicker promo feel, but it can pick up whitening on edges if not handled carefully.
Speaking of raw details, check those corners first; they should be sharp without dings, though promos like this sometimes arrive with minor factory bends. Edges might show light wear from shuffling in bulk packs, but a clean one has smooth, unwhitened sides. The surface is prone to scratches on the holo layer, so look for that pristine gloss without haze or fingerprints. And the holo flash? It’s got a nice rainbow sparkle across Blastoise’s shell and the water effects, but watch for any print lines that disrupt the pattern in raw state.
Finding one without swirl marks feels like spotting a shiny in the wild—sleeve it up or grade it, totally your move.
Quick Facts:
– Card Title: Blastoise EX
– Set: XY Black Star Promos
– Rarity: Full Art Ultra Rare
– Condition: Raw
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