Karrablast – Noble Victories (#8)

Karrablast Pokémon card — Noble Victories #8, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Noble Victories expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Karrablast (#8) is a Common card from Black & White - Noble Victories released in 2011. It showcases artwork by sui and the Mysterious Evolution attack, If Shelmet is in play, search your deck for a card that evolves from this Pokémon and put it onto this Pokémon. (This counts as evolving this Pokémon.) Shuffle your deck afterward.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.18, Cardmarket average sale is €0.11, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.18
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.15
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.15 (CM) $0.18 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Noble Victories
Card Number
8
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 sui
HP
60
Type
🌿 Grass
Weaknesses
Fire ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Escavalier

Attacks & Strategy

  • Mysterious Evolution [Colorless]
    If Shelmet is in play, search your deck for a card that evolves from this Pokémon and put it onto this Pokémon. (This counts as evolving this Pokémon.) Shuffle your deck afterward.
  • Fury Attack [Colorless, Colorless] — 10×
    Flip 3 coins. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Escavalier for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Karrablast from Noble Victories (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator sui.

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 Karrablast 8 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Karrablast's Mysterious Evolution for Colorless energy. Special effect: If Shelmet is in play, search your deck for a card that evolves from this Pokémon and put it onto th...

Stats Overview: 60 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×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
Noble Victories #8 ← Current 60 2 attacks Common $0.18

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�📦 Noble Victories Set Context

This Karrablast is part of the Noble Victories expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2011.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by sui, 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 Karrablast 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

  • Common cards from Noble Victories are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by sui resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Karrablast 8 was released in 2011 in the Noble Victories expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by sui. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Noble Victories is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Karrablast with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

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

💡 Deck Building Tip: Karrablast works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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