Deoxys – SWSH Black Star Promos (#SWSH170)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Deoxys (#SWSH170) is a Promo card from Sword & Shield - SWSH Black Star Promos released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Souichirou Gunjima and the Photon Boost attack (80+ damage), If this Pokémon has any Fusion Strike Energy attached, this attack does 80 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.88, Cardmarket average sale is €6.27, Floor listings start near €1.98.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.88
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.86
- Recent low listing: €1.98
Card Details
- Set
- SWSH Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- SWSH170
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Souichirou Gunjima
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Photon Boost
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80+
If this Pokémon has any Fusion Strike Energy attached, this attack does 80 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Deoxys 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 Souichirou Gunjima.
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 Deoxys SWSH170 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Deoxys's Photon Boost deals 80+ damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If this Pokémon has any Fusion Strike Energy attached, this attack does 80 more damage.
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SWSH Black Star Promos #SWSH170 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Promo | $1.88 |
�📦 SWSH Black Star Promos Set Context
This Deoxys 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 Souichirou Gunjima, 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 Deoxys 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 Souichirou Gunjima resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Deoxys SWSH170 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 Souichirou Gunjima. 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: Psychic type Pokémon like Deoxys 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 Deoxys 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Deoxys works best in Psychic type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.