Blastoise [1st Edition] - Pokemon Base Set #2
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Blastoise [1st Edition]
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Blastoise [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
In-Game
Blastoise’s Base Set card hits harder for longtime fans because Blastoise was the cover monster for Pokémon Blue, tying this holo directly to one of the most iconic Game Boy box arts of the franchise.
Card History
This card’s Rain Dance Pokémon Power became one of the defining engines of early competitive Pokémon TCG, making Base Set Blastoise one of the format’s most famous strategy cards rather than just a mascot holo.
Artist
The artwork is credited to Ken Sugimori, the original Pokémon character designer, which gives this 1st Edition Blastoise an extra layer of prestige for collectors who love franchise-foundation artwork.
Set Lore
As a 1st Edition holo from the English Base Set released by Wizards of the Coast on January 9, 1999, this Blastoise comes from the set that introduced Pokémon cards to a huge audience in the United States.
Cultural Impact
Blastoise was already singled out as one of the franchise’s standout early stars, with its popularity extending beyond the games into merchandise and the TCG, which helps explain why this card remains a cornerstone of vintage collecting.