Question 1

What is the current market value of Blastoise-EX #XY30?

Accepted Answer

For Blastoise-EX in XY Black Star Promos, the current reference price is $10.90. Week-over-week change is limited (+1.3%), indicating short-term stability. Current value is elevated versus the 30-day mean ($9.88), by 10.3%. In the past 90 days, observed prices ranged from $5.37 to $10.90 (51% spread), a high-volatility profile. Rarity classification for this copy is Promo.

Question 2

Is Blastoise-EX #XY30 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: We observe a +1.3% shift this week, which points toward price consolidation rather than immediate volatility. With a 51% 90-day spread ($5.37-$10.90), this card currently tracks as high-volatility. Current value is 10.3% above its 30-day reference ($9.88). Graded context points to a substantial premium curve, with PSA 10 at +2358% above raw pricing. PSA 9 is currently around $44.03, while PSA 10 is $267.91.

Question 3

What is Blastoise-EX #XY30 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 2013, XY Black Star Promos introduced this print of Blastoise-EX. Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Promo. Printed HP is 180. Energy typing is Water. This print is categorized under the Basic and EX subtype. The card text reads: Pokémon-EX rule: When a Pokémon-EX has been Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards. Notable move text references "Rapid Spin" and "Splash Bomb". Grass weakness applies to this print. It requires 3 energy to retreat. This print follows its listed rarity designation in set checklists and pricing references.

Question 4

What are the alternative Blastoise-EX cards available?

Accepted Answer

A wider Blastoise-EX checklist helps contextualize this specific Blastoise-EX print. This comparison sample includes 5 alternatives across 4 sets. Comparable prices currently cover $6.22-$242.89, a 3805% band. Against the sample mean of $85.54, this card is -87%. Notable alternatives include Blastoise-EX #21 (Evolutions) at $6.22, Blastoise-EX #17 (Generations) at $16.22, Blastoise-EX #29 (XY) at $11.58, and Blastoise-EX #142 (XY) at $150.78.

Question 5

What set is Blastoise-EX #XY30 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

XY Black Star Promos entered circulation in 2013. It belongs to the XY series. With 216 listed cards, this is a large set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 13 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. Within this set, Blastoise-EX is card number XY30 with a Promo designation.

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