Venusaur and snivy gx – SM Black Star Promos (#SM229)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Venusaur and snivy gx (#SM229) is a Promo card from Sun & Moon - SM Black Star Promos released in 2017. It showcases artwork by Yuka Morii and the Forest Dump attack (160 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $65.08, Cardmarket average sale is €33.37, Floor listings start near €8.95.
- TCGplayer market price: $65.08
- Cardmarket trend price: €36.37
- Recent low listing: €8.95
Card Details
- Set
- SM Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- SM229
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yuka Morii
- HP
- 270
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Servine
Abilities
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Shining Vine
Once during your turn, if this Pokémon is your Active Pokémon, when you attach a Grass Energy card from your hand to it, you may switch 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with their Active Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
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Forest Dump
[Grass, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 160
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy). -
Solar Plant-GX
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
This attack does 50 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon. If this Pokémon has at least 2 extra Energy attached to it (in addition to this attack's cost), heal all damage from all of your Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💡 Self-healing effect increases survivability in extended matchups.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Venusaur and snivy gx from SM Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yuka Morii.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Venusaur and snivy gx SM229 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Venusaur and snivy gx's Forest Dump deals 160 damage for Grass + Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 270 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SM Black Star Promos #SM229 ← Current | 270 | 2 attacks | Promo | $65.08 |
�📦 SM Black Star Promos Set Context
This Venusaur and snivy gx is part of the SM Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yuka Morii, 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 Venusaur and snivy gx 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 SM Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yuka Morii 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.
More from SM Black Star Promos
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Venusaur and snivy gx SM229 was released in 2017 in the SM Black Star Promos expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Yuka Morii. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: SM Black Star Promos represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Venusaur and snivy gx with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Venusaur and snivy gx 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Venusaur and snivy gx works best in Grass type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability.