Keldeo ex – BW Black Star Promos (#BW61)

Keldeo ex Pokémon card — BW Black Star Promos #BW61, Promo
Promo artwork from BW Black Star Promos.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Keldeo ex (#BW61) is a Promo card from Black & White - BW Black Star Promos released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Toyste Beach and the Secret Sword attack (50+ damage), Does 20 more damage for each Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.81, Cardmarket average sale is €2.04, Floor listings start near €0.10.

  • TCGplayer market price: $1.81
  • Cardmarket trend price: €2.47
  • Recent low listing: €0.10
Current Prices: €2.47 (CM) $1.81 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
BW Black Star Promos
Card Number
BW61
Rarity
✨ Promo
Illustrator
🎨 Toyste Beach
HP
170
Type
💧 Water
Weaknesses
Grass ×2
Retreat Cost
2 (Colorless, Colorless)

Abilities

  • Rush In
    Once during your turn (before your attack), if this Pokémon is on your Bench, you may switch this Pokémon with your Active Pokémon.

Attacks & Strategy

  • Secret Sword [Colorless, Colorless, Colorless] — 50+
    Does 20 more damage for each Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Keldeo 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 Toyste Beach.

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 Keldeo ex BW61 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Keldeo ex's Secret Sword deals 50+ damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 20 more damage for each Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.

Stats Overview: 170 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×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
BW Black Star Promos #BW61 ← Current 170 1 attack Promo $1.81

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�📦 BW Black Star Promos Set Context

This Keldeo 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 Toyste Beach, 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 Keldeo 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 Toyste Beach resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

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📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Keldeo ex BW61 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 Toyste Beach. 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: Water type Pokémon like Keldeo ex have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Keldeo 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 Water energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Keldeo ex works best in Water type decks.

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