Tirtouga 22 / 86 Pokemon Card from Black Bolt Set

Tirtouga — Black Bolt 22/86 Pokémon TCG card

Tirtouga is a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with 100 HP. It is illustrated by artist Gemi and is part of the Black Bolt set in the Scarlet & Violet series,…

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About the Tirtouga Pokémon Card

Tirtouga is a Water-type Pokémon card with 100 HP from the Black Bolt set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 22/86 and is classified as Uncommon. The Black Bolt set was released on July 18, 2025.

The card includes the flavor text: “Restored from a fossil, this Pokémon can dive to depths beyond half a mile.”.

Tirtouga Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Tirtouga

Card number: 22/86

Set: Black Bolt

Series: Scarlet & Violet

Rarity: Uncommon

Subtypes: Stage 1

Type: Water

HP: 100

Artist: Gemi

Release date: July 18, 2025

National Pokédex number: 564

Why Collect the Tirtouga Pokémon Card?

Tirtouga is most often collected as part of a complete Black Bolt set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Tirtouga Pokémon Card

Tirtouga was illustrated by Gemi.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Tirtouga Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Tirtouga is about $0.29. Recent listings range from roughly $0.10 (low) to

9.98 (high), with a mid-point near $0.30. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the Black Bolt set has a median card value near

.05 and an average near
0.37, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved 0% over the last 7 days and -25% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Black Bolt set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Tirtouga Pokémon Card

Whether Tirtouga is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

PSA has graded 26 copies of this card, of which 13 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 50.0%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Tirtouga Pokémon Card?

As an Uncommon card, Tirtouga sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 26 copies to date.

Other Printings of Tirtouga

Tirtouga appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Black Bolt 106 (around $36.92), Noble Victories 25 (around $5.99) and Plasma Blast 27 (around

.34).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Tirtouga Pokémon Card

The Tirtouga pokémon card is a Uncommon card from the Black Bolt set (Scarlet & Violet series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Black Bolt set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.29; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Tirtouga card from?

Tirtouga is from the Black Bolt set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 22/86 with the Uncommon rarity.

What rarity is the Tirtouga card?

Tirtouga is classified as Uncommon.

How much is the Tirtouga 22/86 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $0.29, within a recent range of roughly $0.10 to

9.98. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Tirtouga card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 26 copies so far, with about 50.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Tirtouga?

PSA has graded 26 copies, of which 13 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 50.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Tirtouga card?

As an Uncommon card, Tirtouga sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

When was the Black Bolt set released?

The Black Bolt set was released on July 18, 2025.

Are there other printings of Tirtouga?

Yes. Tirtouga appears on 8 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.