Team rockets meowth – Wizards Black Star Promos (#18)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Team rockets meowth (#18) is a Promo card from Base - Wizards Black Star Promos released in 1999. It showcases artwork by Kunihiko Yuyama and the Miraculous Comeback attack, Flip a number of coins equal to the number of Pokémon in play. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads. Then Team Rocket's Meowth does 10 damage times the number of tails to itself.. TCGplayer market price sits around $12.95, Cardmarket average sale is €20.26, Floor listings start near €10.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $12.95
- Cardmarket trend price: €19.38
- Recent low listing: €10.50
Card Details
- Set
- Wizards Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- 18
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kunihiko Yuyama
- HP
- 40
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Persian
Attacks & Strategy
-
Miraculous Comeback
[Colorless]
Flip a number of coins equal to the number of Pokémon in play. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads. Then Team Rocket's Meowth does 10 damage times the number of tails to itself.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Team rockets meowth from Wizards Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 1999, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kunihiko Yuyama.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Team rockets meowth 18 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Team rockets meowth's Miraculous Comeback for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a number of coins equal to the number of Pokémon in play. This attack does 10 damage times the ...
Stats Overview: 40 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wizards Black Star Promos #18 ← Current | 40 | 1 attack | Promo | $12.95 |
�📦 Wizards Black Star Promos Set Context
This Team rockets meowth is part of the Wizards Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the Base series in 1999.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kunihiko Yuyama, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Team rockets meowth card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Promo cards from Wizards Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kunihiko Yuyama resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Team rockets meowth 18 was released in 1999 in the Wizards Black Star Promos expansion. This set is part of the Base series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kunihiko Yuyama. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Wizards Black Star Promos is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Team rockets meowth have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Team rockets meowth card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Team rockets meowth works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.