Noctowl – Sword & Shield (#144)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Noctowl (#144) is a Rare card from Sword & Shield - Sword & Shield released in 2020. It showcases artwork by kawayoo and the Wing Attack attack (40 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.19, Cardmarket average sale is €0.22, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.19
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.29
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Sword & Shield
- Card Number
- 144
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kawayoo
- HP
- 110
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
- Wing Attack [Colorless, Colorless] — 40
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Carry Off
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. They shuffle that Pokémon and all attached cards into their deck. Then, shuffle this Pokémon and all attached cards into your deck.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Noctowl from Sword & Shield (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kawayoo.
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 Noctowl 144 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Noctowl's Wing Attack deals 40 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Colorless 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.
� Compare Noctowl Cards
Looking for other Noctowl cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sword & Shield #144 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.19 |
�📦 Sword & Shield Set Context
This Noctowl is part of the Sword & Shield expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kawayoo, 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 Noctowl 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
- Rare cards from Sword & Shield are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by kawayoo 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: Noctowl 144 was released in 2020 in the Sword & Shield 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 kawayoo. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Sword & Shield represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Noctowl 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 Noctowl 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: Noctowl works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.