Mabosstiff ex – Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos (#86)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mabosstiff ex (#86) is a Promo card from Scarlet & Violet - Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos released in 2023. It showcases artwork by PLANETA Mochizuki and the Daunt attack (30 damage), During your opponent's next turn, attacks used by the Defending Pokémon do 50 less damage (before applying Weakness and Resistance).. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.58, Cardmarket average sale is €0.83, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.58
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.58
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- 86
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 PLANETA Mochizuki
- HP
- 260
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Daunt
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
During your opponent's next turn, attacks used by the Defending Pokémon do 50 less damage (before applying Weakness and Resistance). -
Proud Fangs
[Darkness, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100+
If your Benched Pokémon have any damage counters on them, this attack does 120 more damage.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mabosstiff ex 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 PLANETA Mochizuki.
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 Mabosstiff ex 86 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Mabosstiff ex's Daunt deals 30 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, attacks used by the Defending Pokémon do 50 less damage (before ap...
Stats Overview: 260 HP • Darkness 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos #86 ← Current | 260 | 2 attacks | Promo | $0.58 |
�📦 Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos Set Context
This Mabosstiff ex 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 PLANETA Mochizuki, 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 Mabosstiff ex 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 PLANETA Mochizuki resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Mabosstiff ex 86 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 PLANETA Mochizuki. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. 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: Darkness type Pokémon like Mabosstiff 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 Mabosstiff ex 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Mabosstiff ex works best in Darkness type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. 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.