Bouffalant – Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos (#136)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Bouffalant (#136) is a Promo card from Scarlet & Violet - Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos released in 2023. It showcases artwork by Tonji Matsuno and the Boundless Power attack (130 damage), During your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack.. TCGplayer market price sits around $3.84, Cardmarket average sale is €7.06, Floor listings start near €2.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.84
- Cardmarket trend price: €7.96
- Recent low listing: €2.00
Card Details
- Set
- Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- 136
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Tonji Matsuno
- HP
- 100
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Curly Wall
As long as you have at least 1 other Bouffalant in play, all of your Basic Colorless Pokémon take 60 less damage from attacks from your opponent's Pokémon (after applying Weakness and Resistance). The effect of Curly Wall doesn't stack.
Attacks & Strategy
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Boundless Power
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 130
During your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (43.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Bouffalant from Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Tonji Matsuno.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Bouffalant 136 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Bouffalant's Boundless Power deals 130 damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack.
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Colorless 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos #136 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Promo | $3.84 |
�📦 Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos Set Context
This Bouffalant is part of the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Tonji Matsuno, 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.
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💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Bouffalant 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 Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Tonji Matsuno resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Bouffalant 136 was released in 2023 in the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Tonji Matsuno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Bouffalant have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Bouffalant 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Bouffalant works best in Colorless type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.