Palpitoad #104

Palpitoad is a Stage 1 card from the Black Bolt set (card #104). It carries a rarity of Illustration Rare, placing it in the standard tier of desirability within this expansion. As a Water-type Pokémon, Palpitoad brings distinct strategic advantages to TCG gameplay.

Water-type Pokémon offer versatility with spread damage and energy acceleration. A staple in many competitive archetypes.

Palpitoad is a Stage 1 Pokémon, evolved from a Basic form. Stage 1 Pokémon offer a significant power spike over their Basic counterparts and are crucial mid-game attackers.

With 90 HP, Palpitoad has solid mid-tier health, offering a balance between offence and survivability.

At $16.20, Palpitoad is a meaningful card in the Black Bolt set. This price point makes it a worthwhile grading candidate — a PSA 10 could potentially double or triple the raw value. Use a grading estimator to assess whether submission is worth the cost.

From an investment perspective, Palpitoad benefits from being a Illustration Rare card in the Black Bolt expansion. Cards from popular sets with iconic Pokémon tend to appreciate 15-30% annually once the set goes out of print. Monitor price trends and consider grading valuable copies for maximum resale value.