Murkrow – Battle Styles (#93)

Murkrow Pokémon card — Battle Styles #93, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Battle Styles expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Murkrow (#93) is a Common card from Sword & Shield - Battle Styles released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Aya Kusube and the Scout attack, Your opponent reveals their hand.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.06, Cardmarket average sale is €0.05, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.06
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.05
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.05 (CM) $0.06 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Battle Styles
Card Number
93
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 Aya Kusube
HP
70
Type
🌙 Darkness
Regulation Mark
Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
Weaknesses
Lightning ×2
Resistances
Fighting -30
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Honchkrow

Attacks & Strategy

  • Scout [Colorless]
    Your opponent reveals their hand.
  • Peck [Darkness, Colorless] — 20
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Honchkrow for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Murkrow from Battle Styles (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Aya Kusube.

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 Murkrow 93 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.

Key Attack: Murkrow's Scout for Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent reveals their hand.

Stats Overview: 70 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Lightning ×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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�📦 Battle Styles Set Context

This Murkrow is part of the Battle Styles expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Aya Kusube, 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 Murkrow 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 Battle Styles are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Aya Kusube 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: Murkrow 93 was released in 2021 in the Battle Styles 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 Aya Kusube. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Battle Styles represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.

Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Murkrow 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 Murkrow 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: Murkrow works best in Darkness 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.

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