Dark Blastoise #20

Dark Blastoise is a Stage 2 card from the Team Rocket set (card #20). It carries a rarity of Rare, placing it in the standard tier of desirability within this expansion. As a Water-type Pokémon, Dark Blastoise brings distinct strategic advantages to TCG gameplay.

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

Dark Blastoise is a Stage 2 Pokémon — the highest evolution tier. Stage 2 Pokémon are the powerhouses of the TCG, boasting high HP and devastating attacks, though they require more setup to bring into play.

With 70 HP, Dark Blastoise has modest HP, typical of lower-stage or support Pokémon that rely on abilities rather than raw stats.

At $26.70, Dark Blastoise is a meaningful card in the Team Rocket 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, Dark Blastoise benefits from being a Rare card in the Team Rocket 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.