Blastoise (Team Up 25) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Blastoise from the Team Up set is a Rare card numbered 25 with 160 HP. It pairs the Powerful Squall Ability with the hard-hitting Hydro Tackle attack, offering a balanced mix of staying power and damage output.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Wartortle)
• Ability: Powerful Squall – allows you to look at the top 6 cards of your deck once per turn and attach any Water Energy found to your Pokémon.
• Attack: Hydro Tackle – deals 150 damage but also inflicts 30 damage to itself.
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: “It crushes its foe under its heavy body to cause fainting. In a pinch, it will withdraw inside its shell.”
• Image URL: /images/sm9/sm9-25.jpg

Key Printings

This guide covers the Team Up printing of Blastoise, card number 25. It is a Rare card illustrated by Hitoshi Ariga, featuring the Powerful Squall Ability and the high-damage Hydro Tackle attack.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “sm9” and card number 25. The card’s rarity is Rare, and it is a Stage 2 Water-type Pokémon.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card’s play legality in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats is unknown. Players should verify current tournament rules before use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially the illustrated front by Hitoshi Ariga. Proper storage helps maintain both collector value and visual appeal.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Up (sm9): Features Blastoise card number 25, notable for its 160 HP and the Powerful Squall Ability that enhances Water Energy attachment strategies. The set’s artwork and design emphasize dynamic Pokémon battles and synergy.

This Blastoise printing stands out as a robust, strategic choice for collectors and players interested in Water-type Pokémon from the Sun & Moon era.