Wartortle #171
Wartortle #171/165 Illustration Rare – Scarlet & Violet 151
Wartortle #171/165 Illustration Rare is a sought-after single card from the Scarlet & Violet 151 set, standing out as one of the most iconic releases in the recent history of the Pokémon TCG. This card is an Illustration Rare (IR) variant, featuring unique special artwork by the legendary illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita. For collectors and TCG enthusiasts, it’s a rare opportunity to add a piece of the Kanto starter line to a collection in a format that celebrates both nostalgia and modern card design.
About the card: Identity and artwork
- Card number: 171/165 (sv03.5-171)
- Set: Scarlet & Violet – 151
- Rarity: Illustration Rare (IR), secret rare tier
- Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
- Type: Stage 1 Water Pokémon
- HP: 100
- Regulation Mark: G
The illustration on this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita, one of the most renowned artists in Pokémon TCG history. The Illustration Rare variant differs significantly from the regular card (008/165) with its detailed holofoil and alternative artistic expression, making it a collector's item with special appeal.
Collector and player relevance
Wartortle #171/165 is part of Scarlet & Violet 151’s secret rare section, where Illustration Rares make up some of the most sought-after cards. As the middle stage in the Squirtle–Wartortle–Blastoise evolution line, the card holds significance for both nostalgic collectors and those aiming to complete their Kanto starter collection. In play, the Wartortle IR is a Stage 1 Water Pokémon card with two attacks: Free Diving, which lets you retrieve up to three basic Water Energy from your discard pile, and Spinning Attack, which deals 50 damage. The card is tournament-legal under Regulation Mark G and can be included in current deck strategies where energy management is central.
Format, condition, and delivery
This is a raw single Pokémon card in Near Mint condition — meaning it is not graded or encapsulated, but delivered as a single card directly from Rogerz.dk. You receive an authentic Pokémon TCG card shipped from a Danish retailer, ensuring both authenticity and fast delivery. For more exciting releases and updates, also see our News or the full selection of Pokémon cards.
NOTE: You will receive one booster pack per purchased unit. Image for illustration.
