Galarian-moltres – SWSH Black Star Promos (#SWSH284)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Galarian-moltres (#SWSH284) is a Promo card from Sword & Shield - SWSH Black Star Promos released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Shinji Kanda and the Fiery Wrath attack (20+ damage), This attack does 50 more damage for each Prize card your opponent has taken.. TCGplayer market price sits around $13.21, Cardmarket average sale is €7.29, Floor listings start near €3.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $13.21
- Cardmarket trend price: €9.06
- Recent low listing: €3.00
Card Details
- Set
- SWSH Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- SWSH284
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shinji Kanda
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Malevolent Charge
When you play this Pokémon from your hand onto your Bench during your turn, you may attach up to 2 Darkness Energy cards from your hand to this Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
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Fiery Wrath
[Darkness, Darkness, Colorless]
— 20+
This attack does 50 more damage for each Prize card your opponent has taken.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Galarian-moltres 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 Shinji Kanda.
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 Galarian-moltres SWSH284 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Galarian-moltres's Fiery Wrath deals 20+ damage for Darkness + Darkness + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 50 more damage for each Prize card your opponent has taken.
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Grass ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SWSH Black Star Promos #SWSH284 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Promo | $13.21 |
�📦 SWSH Black Star Promos Set Context
This Galarian-moltres 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 Shinji Kanda, 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 Galarian-moltres 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 Shinji Kanda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Galarian-moltres SWSH284 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 Shinji Kanda. 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: Darkness type Pokémon like Galarian-moltres 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 Galarian-moltres 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Galarian-moltres works best in Darkness type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.