Omastar
Omastar is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Sandstorm (#19). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $11.74 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Omastar suits collectors working on Sandstorm who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Omastar from Sandstorm?
Omastar is a Pokémon card in Sandstorm numbered 19. It evolves from Omanyte. National Pokédex #139. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Omastar worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $11.74 for Omastar. Low and high spread runs $13.99 to $149.80. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $11.74; Normal: $1.77. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Sandstorm |
|---|---|
| Number | 19 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $11.74 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.52 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $11.74 |
| Normal | $1.77 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 110 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Omanyte |
| Pull Down | Colorless If your opponent has any Evolved Pokémon in play, remove the highest Stage Evolution card from each of them and put those cards back into his or her hand. |
| Hydrocannon | ColorlessColorless 30+ Does 30 damage plus 20 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Omastar but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. You can't add more than 40 damage in this way. |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Omastar?
Omastar is listed as Rare in Sandstorm. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Omastar?
Catalog fields: set Sandstorm, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Kouki Saitou. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Omastar from Sandstorm should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Omastar is catalogued as Rare printing in Sandstorm, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $11.74 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $11.74; Normal: $1.77).
- Illustrator Kouki Saitou has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $11.74 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Omastar worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $11.74 for ungraded Omastar from Sandstorm. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Omastar from?
Omastar is listed in Sandstorm (EX) as card #19. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Omastar?
Our catalog lists Omastar as Rare in Sandstorm. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Omastar good for collectors or players?
Omastar includes gameplay stats in Sandstorm. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Omastar?
Finish variants of Omastar carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $11.74; Normal: $1.77 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.