Pikachu vmax – SWSH Black Star Promos (#SWSH286)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Pikachu vmax (#SWSH286) is a Promo card from Sword & Shield - SWSH Black Star Promos released in 2019. It showcases artwork by AKIRA EGAWA and the Tail Charge attack (30 damage), Attach up to 3 Lightning Energy cards from your discard pile to 1 of your Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $3.28, Cardmarket average sale is €1.42, Floor listings start near €0.35.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.28
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.31
- Recent low listing: €0.35
Card Details
- Set
- SWSH Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- SWSH286
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 AKIRA EGAWA
- HP
- 310
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Tail Charge
[Lightning]
— 30
Attach up to 3 Lightning Energy cards from your discard pile to 1 of your Pokémon. -
G-Max Thunder
[Lightning, Lightning, Lightning, Colorless]
— 250
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (62.5 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Pikachu vmax 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 AKIRA EGAWA.
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 vmax SWSH286 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Pikachu vmax's Tail Charge deals 30 damage for Lightning energy. Special effect: Attach up to 3 Lightning Energy cards from your discard pile to 1 of your Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 310 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 #SWSH286 ← Current | 310 | 2 attacks | Promo | $3.28 |
�📦 SWSH Black Star Promos Set Context
This Pikachu vmax 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 AKIRA EGAWA, 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 vmax 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 AKIRA EGAWA 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 vmax SWSH286 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 AKIRA EGAWA. 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 vmax 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 Pikachu vmax 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 vmax works best in Lightning 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.