Mawile – Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos (#39)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mawile (#39) is a Promo card from Scarlet & Violet - Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos released in 2023. It showcases artwork by Souichirou Gunjima and the Sharp Fang attack (90 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $2.87, Cardmarket average sale is €4.86, Floor listings start near €2.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.87
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.93
- Recent low listing: €2.00
Card Details
- Set
- Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- 39
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Souichirou Gunjima
- HP
- 90
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Special Eater
When you play this Pokémon from your hand onto your Bench during your turn, you may discard a Special Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
- Sharp Fang [Metal, Colorless, Colorless] — 90
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mawile from Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Souichirou Gunjima.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Mawile 39 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Mawile's Sharp Fang deals 90 damage for Metal + Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Grass -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Mawile Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos #39 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Promo | $2.87 |
�📦 Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos Set Context
This Mawile is part of the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Souichirou Gunjima, 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 Mawile 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 Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Souichirou Gunjima resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Mawile 39 was released in 2023 in the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Souichirou Gunjima. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Mawile 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 Mawile 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Mawile works best in Metal type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.