Wartortle Collector’s Guide: Illustration Rare from Scarlet & Violet 151

Character Intro

Wartortle from the 151 set is a striking Illustration Rare card numbered 171. It boasts 100 HP and features the dynamic Spinning Attack. This card stands out with its vivid artwork and solid stats.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Squirtle)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: G
• Flavor Text: “It cleverly controls its furry ears and tail to maintain its balance while swimming.”
• Card ID: sv3pt5-171

Key Printings

This exact printing is an Illustration Rare from the Scarlet & Violet 151 set, numbered 171. It features two attacks and no abilities.

• Free Diving: retrieve up to 3 Basic Water Energy cards from the discard pile.
• Spinning Attack: 50 damage for two Water Energy.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code sv3pt5, number 171, and the unique illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita. The card’s market reference query is “Wartortle 151 171,” useful for collectors seeking this specific version.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability and tournament status remain unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid illustration and maintain card condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Illustration Rare rarity, careful handling is recommended to avoid edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Scarlet & Violet 151: This set includes this distinctive Wartortle card, showcasing classic Pokémon with fresh artwork and strategic Water-type attacks. The set focuses on iconic Pokémon with updated mechanics and regulation marks, though this card’s release date is unknown.