Espeon – SWSH Black Star Promos (#SWSH174)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Espeon (#SWSH174) is a Promo card from Sword & Shield - SWSH Black Star Promos released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Tika Matsuno and the Psy Bolt attack (20 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $6.67, Cardmarket average sale is €3.93, Floor listings start near €1.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $6.67
- Cardmarket trend price: €4.04
- Recent low listing: €1.00
Card Details
- Set
- SWSH Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- SWSH174
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Tika Matsuno
- HP
- 110
- 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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Psy Bolt
[Psychic]
— 20
Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed. -
Psychic
[Psychic, Colorless]
— 10+
This attack does 40 more damage for each Energy attached to your opponent's Active Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Espeon 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 Tika Matsuno.
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 Espeon SWSH174 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Espeon's Psy Bolt deals 20 damage for Psychic energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Stats Overview: 110 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 #SWSH174 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Promo | $6.67 |
�📦 SWSH Black Star Promos Set Context
This Espeon 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 Tika 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.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Espeon 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 Tika Matsuno 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: Espeon SWSH174 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 Tika Matsuno. 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 Espeon 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 Espeon 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: Espeon works best in Psychic 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.