Beldum – Nintendo Black Star Promos (#22)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Beldum (#22) is a Promo card from NP - Nintendo Black Star Promos released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Metal Charge attack (30 damage), Put 1 damage counter on Beldum.. TCGplayer market price sits around $2.32, Cardmarket average sale is €29.50, Floor listings start near €13.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.32
- Cardmarket trend price: €17.37
- Recent low listing: €13.50
Card Details
- Set
- Nintendo Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- 22
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 50
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Metang
Abilities
-
Magnetic Call
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may flip a coin. If heads, search your deck for a Metal Basic Pokémon and put it onto your Bench. Shuffle your deck afterward. This power can't be used if Beldum is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Metal Charge
[Metal, Colorless]
— 30
Put 1 damage counter on Beldum.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Beldum from Nintendo Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Beldum 22 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Beldum's Metal Charge deals 30 damage for Metal + Colorless energy. Special effect: Put 1 damage counter on Beldum.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Grass -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Black Star Promos #22 ← Current | 50 | 1 attack | Promo | $2.32 |
�📦 Nintendo Black Star Promos Set Context
This Beldum is part of the Nintendo Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the NP series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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 Beldum 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 Nintendo Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Beldum 22 was released in 2003 in the Nintendo Black Star Promos expansion. This set is part of the NP series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Nintendo Black Star Promos is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Beldum have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Beldum 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Beldum works best in Metal type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.