Pokemon 151 is almost here, and I couldn’t be more excited! I mean, come on, we’re about to relive the magic of the original 151 Pokemon. These iconic creatures filled our childhoods with awesomeness, and I bet many of you reading this feel the same way.

Now, let’s dive into the treasure trove of amazing Pokemon cards in this set, with a special focus on one that’s sure to make waves – Blastoise ex. We’re about to embark on an in-depth exploration of this card.

We’ll uncover its origins, share some fun trivia, discuss the artwork, and, most importantly, find out what it might be worth when it hits the shelves!

Origins

Blastoise, our water-loving Pokemon, hails from the Kanto region and has a remarkable evolution journey. It starts as the adorable Squirtle, then evolves into the sturdy Wartortle, and finally reaches its aquatic glory as Blastoise.

Known for its powerful water cannons on its shell, Blastoise is like the ultimate water gun enthusiast of the Pokemon world. It’s no surprise that it’s a fan favorite for both its design and its impressive battle skills.

Trivia

Ever wonder what inspired the creators of Pokemon to design these fascinating creatures? Well, for Blastoise, they looked to the amazing world of turtles!

These slow-moving, shell-toting reptiles served as the muse for this water-type powerhouse. It’s incredible how the everyday animals we encounter can inspire such fantastic Pokemon designs, isn’t it?

Illustration

Let’s kick things off by talking about the big cannon Blastoise wields. I mean, it’s one of the few Pokémon with an actual cannon on its back, and that’s just plain awesome.

Blastoise looks like it’s ready to blast a hole through someone’s house, another Pokémon, or maybe even Team Rocket with a water attack so intense it could slice through rocks! Some folks claim the pressure from a Blastoise’s cannon can reach up to 5000 PSI – that’s enough power to shred a dinosaur!

Now, let’s talk art. The style on this card reminds me of the Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Eevee games, and it fits perfectly within the set. Those blue particles flying off the card even bleed into the text area, giving it a super watery look.

Value

As for value, well, that’s a bit tricky to pin down, but we can take an educated guess. Considering the historical prices of Blastoise cards and the competition from other Blastoise cards in this set, like the special art Blastoise ex (which is a better card overall), I’d estimate this card’s value to be around $15-20, at most.

But who knows, it could go even lower, especially because Blastoise didn’t always have a huge fan following in the West, despite being on the game cover.

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