Espeon and deoxys gx – SM Black Star Promos (#SM240)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Espeon and deoxys gx (#SM240) is a Promo card from Sun & Moon - SM Black Star Promos released in 2017. It showcases artwork by Hasuno and the Psychic Club attack (10+ damage), This attack does 30 more damage for each of your Benched Psychic Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $88.53, Cardmarket average sale is €79.52, Floor listings start near €29.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $88.53
- Cardmarket trend price: €81.30
- Recent low listing: €29.00
Card Details
Attacks & Strategy
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Psychic Club
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
— 10+
This attack does 30 more damage for each of your Benched Psychic Pokémon. -
Cross Division-GX
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
Put 10 damage counters on your opponent's Pokémon in any way you like. If this Pokémon has at least 3 extra Energy attached to it (in addition to this attack's cost), put 20 damage counters on them instead. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Espeon and deoxys 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 Hasuno.
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 Espeon and deoxys gx SM240 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Espeon and deoxys gx's Psychic Club deals 10+ damage for Psychic + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 30 more damage for each of your Benched Psychic Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 260 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×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 #SM240 ← Current | 260 | 2 attacks | Promo | $88.53 |
�📦 SM Black Star Promos Set Context
This Espeon and deoxys 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 Hasuno, 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 Espeon and deoxys 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 Hasuno resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Espeon and deoxys gx SM240 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 Hasuno. 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: Psychic type Pokémon like Espeon and deoxys 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 Espeon and deoxys 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Espeon and deoxys gx works best in Psychic type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability.