Gliscor – DP Black Star Promos (#DP36)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gliscor (#DP36) is a Promo card from Diamond & Pearl - DP Black Star Promos released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Cutting Turn attack, Flip a coin. If heads, put damage counters on the Defending Pokémon until it is 10HP away from being Knocked Out. If you do, shuffle Gliscor and all cards attached to it back into your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $3.66.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.66
Card Details
- Set
- DP Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- DP36
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 90
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Water +20
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
Abilities
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Bind Eye
As long as Gliscor is your Active Pokémon, your opponent can't remove any Special Conditions by evolving or devolving his or her Pokémon. (This also includes putting a Pokémon Level-Up card onto that Pokémon.)
Attacks & Strategy
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Cutting Turn
[Colorless]
Flip a coin. If heads, put damage counters on the Defending Pokémon until it is 10HP away from being Knocked Out. If you do, shuffle Gliscor and all cards attached to it back into your deck. -
Friction Heat
[Fighting]
— 20
The Defending Pokémon is now Burned.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gliscor from DP Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Gliscor DP36 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Gliscor's Cutting Turn for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, put damage counters on the Defending Pokémon until it is 10HP away from being...
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Water +20 • Resistant to Fighting -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DP Black Star Promos #DP36 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Promo | $3.66 |
�📦 DP Black Star Promos Set Context
This Gliscor is part of the DP Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Gliscor 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 DP Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Gliscor DP36 was released in 2007 in the DP Black Star Promos expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: DP Black Star Promos is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Gliscor with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Gliscor 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Gliscor works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.