Greninja – SWSH Black Star Promos (#SWSH144)

Greninja Pokémon card — SWSH Black Star Promos #SWSH144, Promo
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: SWSH Black Star Promos expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Greninja (#SWSH144) is a Promo card from Sword & Shield - SWSH Black Star Promos released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Masakazu Fukuda and the Mist Slash attack (100 damage), This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness or Resistance, or by any effects on your opponent's Active Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $22.03, Cardmarket average sale is €18.03, Floor listings start near €7.95.

  • TCGplayer market price: $22.03
  • Cardmarket trend price: €25.16
  • Recent low listing: €7.95
Current Prices: €25.16 (CM) $22.03 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
SWSH Black Star Promos
Card Number
SWSH144
Rarity
✨ Promo
Illustrator
🎨 Masakazu Fukuda
HP
130
Type
🌙 Darkness
Weaknesses
Grass ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Abilities

  • Shadow Knife
    When you play this Pokémon from your hand onto your Bench during your turn, you may put 1 damage counter on 1 of your opponent's Pokémon.

Attacks & Strategy

  • Mist Slash [Darkness, Colorless, Colorless] — 100
    This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness or Resistance, or by any effects on your opponent's Active Pokémon.
    💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Greninja 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 Masakazu Fukuda.

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.

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Set HP Attacks Rarity Avg Price
SWSH Black Star Promos #SWSH144 ← Current 130 1 attack Promo $22.03

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�📦 SWSH Black Star Promos Set Context

This Greninja 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 Masakazu Fukuda, 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 Greninja 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

  • Promo cards from SWSH Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Masakazu Fukuda 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: Greninja SWSH144 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 Masakazu Fukuda. 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 Greninja have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Greninja 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 Darkness energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Greninja works best in Darkness type decks.

🛒 Where to Buy Greninja & Explore More

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