Question 1

What is the current market value of Wartortle #42?

Accepted Answer

Latest market snapshots place Wartortle in HS—Unleashed at roughly $1.24. Compared with last week, pricing is 4.2% higher. It now sits 26.0% above its 30-day average of $0.98. Its 90-day trading band runs between $0.52 and $1.50, producing a 79% range and high-volatility behavior. This version is categorized as Uncommon.

Question 2

Is Wartortle #42 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: Recent direction is upward at 4.2%; current pricing is 138% above the 90-day floor. The 90-day range spans $0.52 to $1.50 (79% spread), which indicates high-volatility behavior. Current value is 26.0% above its 30-day reference ($0.98). Without a consistent graded comp in the current snapshot, live listings are still required for reliable condition-based valuation.

Question 3

What is Wartortle #42 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Wartortle is a HS—Unleashed card from the 2010 release window. The printed flavor text states: "It is a well-established symbol of longevity. If its shell has algae on it, that Wartortle is very old." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Uncommon. Printed HP is 80. Energy typing is Water. This gives collectors a clear identity footprint for the print. Wartortle evolves from Squirtle. The printed attacks highlight "Water Arrow" and "Surf". The card has a weakness to Lightning. Uncommon-tier prints usually balance accessibility with moderate collector demand.

Question 4

What are the alternative Wartortle cards available?

Accepted Answer

Wartortle sits within a broader pool of Wartortle variants that can be compared by set, rarity, and price. The current sample spans 6 comparable cards from 6 sets. Observed alternatives run from $0.69 to $14.17 (1954% spread). The current card sits -68% versus the sampled alternative average of $3.83. Notable alternatives include Wartortle #42 (Base) at $4.93, Wartortle #63 (Base Set 2) at $1.15, Wartortle #15 (Plasma Blast) at $1.22, and Wartortle #30 (Boundaries Crossed) at $0.69.

Question 5

What set is Wartortle #42 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

HS—Unleashed was released in 2010. Series classification for this set is HeartGold & SoulSilver. The checklist contains 96 cards, placing it in a mid-size expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 16 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. Within this set, Wartortle is card number 42 with a Uncommon designation.

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