Dark Blastoise [1st Edition] - Pokemon Team Rocket #3
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Dark Blastoise [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Dark Blastoise is one of the signature holo rares of Team Rocket, the expansion that introduced Dark Pokémon to the TCG and gave classic evolutions a more aggressive, villainous identity.
Set Lore
This card debuted in the Team Rocket set as #3/82 and was also printed in a non-holo version, helping make the holo Dark Blastoise the version collectors chase most from the original release.
In-Game
Its Hydrocannon attack is a fascinating bit of Pokémon history, because Bulbapedia notes the move later appeared in the Generation III video games, making this card an unusually early TCG appearance of the name.
Artist
The artwork is by Mitsuhiro Arita, one of the most iconic early Pokémon TCG illustrators, which gives Dark Blastoise extra appeal for collectors who love foundational Wizards of the Coast-era card art.
Cultural Impact
Dark Blastoise captures the late-1990s fascination with Team Rocket’s corrupted Pokémon, turning one of Kanto’s most beloved final evolutions into a menacing alternate take that still defines the set’s identity.
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About Dark Blastoise [1st Edition] (Pokemon Team Rocket #3)
Dark Blastoise [1st Edition] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Team Rocket set, card number 3. This card has a Holo Rare rarity, is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 2000. The current market price is $482.59, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo, with 1 listing currently for sale.
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Over the last 90 days, the Raw NM market price has ranged from $418.00 to $490.74, with a median of $418.00.
Card details
- Card Number
- #3
- Rarity
- Holo Rare
- Release Year
- 2000
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Dark Blastoise [1st Edition] from Pokemon Team Rocket #3?
The current market price of Dark Blastoise [1st Edition] is $482.59. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Dark Blastoise [1st Edition] from?
Dark Blastoise [1st Edition] is from the Pokemon Team Rocket set, card number 3, released in 2000.
Is Dark Blastoise [1st Edition] worth grading?
Whether Dark Blastoise [1st Edition] is worth grading depends on its condition and the graded population for the card. Higher grades command larger premiums, so review recent graded sales and use Double Holo's Grading ROI tools to weigh the cost of grading against the expected graded value before submitting.
How can I buy or sell Dark Blastoise [1st Edition]?
You can buy or sell Dark Blastoise [1st Edition] on the Double Holo marketplace, which pairs live listings with a bid and ask order book, so you can set your own price or take the best available offer. Sellers pay a 4.9% platform fee on completed sales, with a $1 minimum.
Approximately 9,000 PSA graded copies tracked.