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Wartortle

Platinum 65/127 • uncommon

Set: Platinum
Number: 65/127
Rarity: Uncommon
Released: 2009
Energy type: Water
Market price: $3.42

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$3.42market price via TCGplayer · Aug 6, 2026$2.41 – $3.42 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

Part of the 2009 Platinum expansion, this Wartortle card captures the mid-evolution stage of the iconic Water-type Pokémon. Collectors often prize cards from this era for their distinct set-specific art styles and the nostalgic design language of the late Diamond and Pearl/Platinum generations.

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What it does

80 HPStage 1

Cost: colorless energyDouble Slap20×

Flip 2 coins. This attack does 20 damage times the number of heads.

Cost: water energy colorless energyRocket Tackle30

Wartortle does 10 damage to itself. Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to Wartortle by attacks during your opponent's next turn.

Weaknesslightning energy+20Retreatcolorless energy

It is said to live 10,000 years. Its furry tail is popular as a symbol of longevity.

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Wartortle card numbered 65/127 was released as part of the Platinum expansion, which debuted in the Pokémon Trading Card Game in early 2009. This set served as the introduction of the Platinum series, marking a thematic shift toward the Giratina Origin Forme and the mysterious Distortion World. Within this context, the card acts as a mid-stage evolution in the Squirtle line, maintaining the series' focus on elemental consistency while bridging the gap between basic Pokémon and their powerful final evolutions.

The illustration for this specific card was crafted by artist Ken Sugimori, whose work has defined the visual identity of the franchise since its inception. Sugimori’s design for this Wartortle emphasizes a clean, classic aesthetic, prioritizing clarity and character accuracy over the more experimental art styles seen in later expansions. While this particular uncommon card was primarily functional for deck-building during the 2009 competitive season, it remains a nostalgic touchpoint for collectors who appreciate the foundational design language established by the franchise’s lead character designer.

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