Serperior ex – Black Bolt (#156)

Price Overview & Key Facts
Serperior ex (#156) is an Ultra Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Black Bolt released in 2025. It showcases artwork by N-DESIGN Inc. and the Command the Grass attack (150 damage), You may search your deck for up to 3 cards and put them into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.62, Cardmarket average sale is €2.29, Floor listings start near €0.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.62
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.08
- Recent low listing: €0.99
Card Details
- Set
- Black Bolt
- Card Number
- 156
- Rarity
- ✨ Ultra Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 N-DESIGN Inc.
- HP
- 320
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation I ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Regal Cheer
Attacks used by your Pokémon do 20 more damage to your opponent's Active Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
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Command the Grass
[Grass, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 150
You may search your deck for up to 3 cards and put them into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (37.5 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Serperior ex from Black Bolt (Ultra Rare) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2025, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator N-DESIGN Inc..
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Serperior ex 156 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark I, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Serperior ex's Command the Grass deals 150 damage for Grass + Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: You may search your deck for up to 3 cards and put them into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck.
Stats Overview: 320 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
Black Bolt #156 ← Current | 320 | 1 attack | Ultra Rare | $1.62 |
�📦 Black Bolt Set Context
This Serperior ex is part of the Black Bolt expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2025. As a Ultra Rare card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by N-DESIGN Inc., 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 Serperior ex card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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
- Ultra Rare cards from Black Bolt are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by N-DESIGN Inc. resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Serperior ex 156 was released in 2025 in the Black Bolt expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by N-DESIGN Inc.. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Ultra Rare card, this Serperior ex is among the premium chase cards from Black Bolt. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Black Bolt is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Serperior ex with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Serperior ex card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Serperior ex works best in Grass type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.