Wartortle
Wartortle is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from HS—Unleashed (#42). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $17.34 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2010. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Wartortle suits collectors working on HS—Unleashed who need the Uncommon 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 Wartortle from HS—Unleashed?
Wartortle is a Pokémon card in HS—Unleashed numbered 42. It is a well-established symbol of longevity. If its shell has algae on it, that Wartortle is very old. National Pokédex #8. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Wartortle worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $17.34 for Wartortle. Low and high spread runs $9.74 to $220.00. 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 | HS—Unleashed |
|---|---|
| Number | 42 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $17.34 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.50 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Squirtle |
| Water Arrow | Water Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Surf | WaterColorlessColorless 50 |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Wartortle?
Wartortle is listed as Uncommon in HS—Unleashed. 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 Wartortle?
Catalog fields: set HS—Unleashed, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda. 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
Wartortle from HS—Unleashed should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Wartortle is catalogued as Uncommon printing in HS—Unleashed, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $17.34.
- Illustrator Masakazu Fukuda 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 $17.34 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Wartortle worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $17.34 for ungraded Wartortle from HS—Unleashed. 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 Wartortle from?
Wartortle is listed in HS—Unleashed (HeartGold & SoulSilver) as card #42. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Wartortle?
Our catalog lists Wartortle as Uncommon in HS—Unleashed. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Wartortle good for collectors or players?
Wartortle includes gameplay stats in HS—Unleashed. 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.