Bruxish – Battle Styles (#43)

Bruxish Pokémon card — Battle Styles #43, Uncommon
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Battle Styles expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Bruxish (#43) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Battle Styles released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Misa Tsutsui and the Bite attack (20 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.05, Cardmarket average sale is €0.05, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.05
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.07
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.07 (CM) $0.05 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Battle Styles
Card Number
43
Rarity
✨ Uncommon
Illustrator
🎨 Misa Tsutsui
HP
110
Type
💧 Water
Regulation Mark
Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
Weaknesses
Lightning ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Bite [Colorless] — 20
  • Surf [Water, Water, Colorless] — 110
    💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (36.7 per energy).

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Bruxish from Battle Styles (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Misa Tsutsui.

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 Bruxish 43 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.

Key Attack: Bruxish's Bite deals 20 damage for Colorless energy.

Stats Overview: 110 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning ×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
Battle Styles #43 ← Current 110 2 attacks Uncommon $0.05

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�📦 Battle Styles Set Context

This Bruxish is part of the Battle Styles expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Misa Tsutsui, 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 Bruxish card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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

  • Uncommon cards from Battle Styles are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Misa Tsutsui resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Bruxish 43 was released in 2021 in the Battle Styles 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 Misa Tsutsui. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Battle Styles represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.

Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Bruxish with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Bruxish card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Water energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Bruxish works best in Water type decks. 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.

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