Hydrapple 068/063 (JP)

This is Hydrapple 068/063, a Japanese card from the Heat Wave Arena set. It carries the Art Rare finish, where the illustration fills the whole card frame rather than sitting inside a standard border. The collector number 068 runs past the set's base count of 063, which places it among the secret rare cards, the extra slots added beyond the main numbering that set builders chase.

Hydrapple is one of the newer Pokemon, and full art versions of recent designs draw plenty of attention from collectors who like to follow the latest additions. Its appearance as an Art Rare in Heat Wave Arena makes it appealing both to people who enjoy artwork led pulls and to those completing the secret rare portion of the set. The higher number adds to its appeal as one of the harder cards to track down in the release.

Condition and authenticity

This card meets Monster Mart's Mint condition standard:

• Corners: No visible fraying or whitening
• Edges: Smooth and clean, no silvering
• Surface: Free of scratches, dents, creases or smudges
• Centering: Within 60/40 front limit

Every card is authenticated and thoroughly inspected by Monster Mart, and ships tracked from Brisbane in protective sleeves and rigid holders.