Pikachu with grey felt hat – Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos (#85)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Pikachu with grey felt hat (#85) is a Promo card from Scarlet & Violet - Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos released in 2023. It showcases artwork by Naoyo Kimura and the Pika-Portrait attack, Search your deck for a Pikachu and put it onto your Bench. Then, shuffle your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $428.89, Cardmarket average sale is €322.27, Floor listings start near €222.22.
- TCGplayer market price: $428.89
- Cardmarket trend price: €384.47
- Recent low listing: €222.22
Card Details
- Set
- Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- 85
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoyo Kimura
- HP
- 60
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Pika-Portrait
[Lightning]
Search your deck for a Pikachu and put it onto your Bench. Then, shuffle your deck.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Pikachu with grey felt hat from Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoyo Kimura.
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 Pikachu with grey felt hat 85 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Pikachu with grey felt hat's Pika-Portrait for Lightning energy. Special effect: Search your deck for a Pikachu and put it onto your Bench. Then, shuffle your deck.
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos #85 ← Current | 60 | 1 attack | Promo | $428.89 |
�📦 Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos Set Context
This Pikachu with grey felt hat is part of the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoyo Kimura, 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 Pikachu with grey felt hat 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 Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Naoyo Kimura resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Pikachu with grey felt hat 85 was released in 2023 in the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos 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 Naoyo Kimura. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Pikachu with grey felt hat have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Pikachu with grey felt hat 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 Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Pikachu with grey felt hat works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.