Mewtwo – Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos (#52)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mewtwo (#52) is a Promo card from Scarlet & Violet - Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos released in 2023. It showcases artwork by Bun Toujo and the Reflective Barrier attack (20 damage), During your opponent's next turn, if this Pokémon is damaged by an attack (even if it is Knocked Out), put damage counters on the Attacking Pokémon equal to the damage done to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $29.56, Cardmarket average sale is €29.96, Floor listings start near €19.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $29.56
- Cardmarket trend price: €41.40
- Recent low listing: €19.00
Card Details
- Set
- Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- 52
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Bun Toujo
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Reflective Barrier
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 20
During your opponent's next turn, if this Pokémon is damaged by an attack (even if it is Knocked Out), put damage counters on the Attacking Pokémon equal to the damage done to this Pokémon. -
Psyslash
[Psychic, Psychic, Colorless]
— 130
Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (43.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mewtwo 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 Bun Toujo.
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 Mewtwo 52 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Mewtwo's Reflective Barrier deals 20 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, if this Pokémon is damaged by an attack (even if it is Knocked Out...
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos #52 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Promo | $29.56 |
�📦 Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos Set Context
This Mewtwo 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 Bun Toujo, 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 Mewtwo 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 Bun Toujo resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Mewtwo 52 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 Bun Toujo. 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: Psychic type Pokémon like Mewtwo with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Mewtwo 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Mewtwo works best in Psychic type decks. 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.