Rayquaza ex – BW Black Star Promos (#BW47)

Rayquaza ex Pokémon card — BW Black Star Promos #BW47, Promo
Promo artwork from BW Black Star Promos.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Rayquaza ex (#BW47) is a Promo card from Black & White - BW Black Star Promos released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Eske Yoshinob and the Celestial Roar attack, Discard the top 3 cards of your deck. If any of those cards are Energy cards, attach them to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $13.72, Cardmarket average sale is €8.54, Floor listings start near €2.00.

  • TCGplayer market price: $13.72
  • Cardmarket trend price: €5.80
  • Recent low listing: €2.00
Current Prices: €5.80 (CM) $13.72 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
BW Black Star Promos
Card Number
BW47
Rarity
✨ Promo
Illustrator
🎨 Eske Yoshinob
HP
170
Type
🐉 Dragon
Weaknesses
Dragon ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
M Rayquaza-EX

Attacks & Strategy

  • Celestial Roar [Colorless]
    Discard the top 3 cards of your deck. If any of those cards are Energy cards, attach them to this Pokémon.
  • Dragon Burst [Fire, Lightning] — 60×
    Discard all basic Fire Energy or all basic Lightning Energy attached to this Pokémon. This attack does 60 damage times the number of Energy you discarded.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with M Rayquaza-EX for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Rayquaza ex from BW Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Eske Yoshinob.

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 Rayquaza ex BW47 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Rayquaza ex's Celestial Roar for Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard the top 3 cards of your deck. If any of those cards are Energy cards, attach them to this Po...

Stats Overview: 170 HP • Dragon Type • Weak to Dragon ×2

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
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�📦 BW Black Star Promos Set Context

This Rayquaza ex is part of the BW Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2011.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Eske Yoshinob, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Rayquaza ex card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 BW Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Eske Yoshinob resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Dragon typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

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📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Rayquaza ex BW47 was released in 2011 in the BW Black Star Promos expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Eske Yoshinob. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: BW 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: Dragon type Pokémon like Rayquaza ex with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Rayquaza ex card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Dragon energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Rayquaza ex works best in Dragon type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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