Hidden Treasures of the Deep
Aquapolis introduced Crystal-type Pokemon — ultra-rare cards that could change their type — in one of the most scarce and valuable English sets ever printed.
概览
Aquapolis, released January 15, 2003, is the second e-Reader expansion with 182 cards. It introduced Crystal-type Pokemon — rare holographic cards that could change their energy type. Due to limited English print runs, Aquapolis is one of the rarest and most expensive WOTC sets.
最有价值的卡牌
Crystal Nidoking (#148), Crystal Kingdra (#148), and Crystal Lugia (#149) are the most valuable cards. Arcanine holo (#H2) is the most sought-after non-Crystal card. E-Reader reverse holos are also highly prized. Crystal cards in PSA 10 can exceed $5,000–$20,000.
收集技巧
Aquapolis is extremely difficult and expensive to complete due to low print runs and Crystal-type secret rares. Start with commons and uncommons, which are still affordable. The six Crystal-type cards are the ultimate challenge for completionists.
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Pokex helps identify the scarce Aquapolis cards and their Crystal-type variants. The scanner is particularly useful for authenticating these high-value cards, which are frequently counterfeited due to their rarity.
常见问题
Q1 What are Crystal-type Pokemon cards?
Crystal-type cards are ultra-rare holographic cards that can change their Pokemon type using specific energy combinations. They feature unique crystal-like holographic patterns and are numbered beyond the base set count as secret rares.
Q2 Why is Aquapolis so expensive?
Aquapolis had a very limited English print run, making sealed product and individual cards scarce. Combined with the Crystal-type secret rares and growing e-Reader era interest, prices have climbed significantly.
Q3 How many Crystal cards are in Aquapolis?
Aquapolis contains six Crystal-type Pokemon: Crystal Nidoking, Crystal Kingdra, and Crystal Lugia as the headliners, each being secret rares numbered beyond the standard set count.
Q4 Is Aquapolis Arcanine valuable?
Yes. Arcanine holo (H2/H32) is one of the most popular non-Crystal cards in the set. Near mint copies sell for $100–$300, with PSA 10 copies reaching $1,000+.
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