Hisuian-zoroark – SWSH Black Star Promos (#SWSH298)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Hisuian-zoroark (#SWSH298) is a Promo card from Sword & Shield - SWSH Black Star Promos released in 2019. It showcases artwork by aky CG Works and the Ticking Curse attack (50× damage), This attack does 50 damage for each of your Pokémon that has any damage counters on it.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.07, Cardmarket average sale is €0.90, Floor listings start near €0.45.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.07
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.03
- Recent low listing: €0.45
Card Details
- Set
- SWSH Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- SWSH298
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 aky CG Works
- HP
- 270
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Phantom Star
During your turn, you may discard your hand and draw 7 cards. (You can't use more than 1 VSTAR Power in a game.)
Attacks & Strategy
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Ticking Curse
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 50×
This attack does 50 damage for each of your Pokémon that has any damage counters on it.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Hisuian-zoroark 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 aky CG Works.
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 Hisuian-zoroark SWSH298 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Hisuian-zoroark's Ticking Curse deals 50× damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 50 damage for each of your Pokémon that has any damage counters on it.
Stats Overview: 270 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×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 #SWSH298 ← Current | 270 | 1 attack | Promo | $1.07 |
�📦 SWSH Black Star Promos Set Context
This Hisuian-zoroark 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 aky CG Works, 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 Hisuian-zoroark 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 aky CG Works resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Hisuian-zoroark SWSH298 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 aky CG Works. 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: Colorless type Pokémon like Hisuian-zoroark with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Hisuian-zoroark 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Hisuian-zoroark works best in Colorless type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. 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.