Pikachu – SWSH Black Star Promos (#SWSH039)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Pikachu (#SWSH039) is a Promo card from Sword & Shield - SWSH Black Star Promos released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Hitoshi Ariga and the Tail Whip attack, Flip a coin. If heads, during your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon can't attack.. TCGplayer market price sits around $4.55, Cardmarket average sale is €7.57, Floor listings start near €2.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.55
- Cardmarket trend price: €8.36
- Recent low listing: €2.99
Card Details
- Set
- SWSH Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- SWSH039
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hitoshi Ariga
- HP
- 60
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Raichu
Attacks & Strategy
-
Tail Whip
[Colorless]
Flip a coin. If heads, during your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon can't attack. - Pika Bolt [Lightning, Colorless, Colorless] — 50
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Pikachu from SWSH Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hitoshi Ariga.
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 Pikachu SWSH039 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Pikachu's Tail Whip for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, during your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon can't attack.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SWSH Black Star Promos #SWSH039 ← Current | 60 | 2 attacks | Promo | $4.55 |
�📦 SWSH Black Star Promos Set Context
This Pikachu is part of the SWSH Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hitoshi Ariga, 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 Pikachu 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 SWSH Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hitoshi Ariga 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 SWSH039 was released in 2019 in the SWSH Black Star Promos expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Hitoshi Ariga. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: SWSH Black Star Promos represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Pikachu with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Pikachu 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 works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.