Piloswine – Plasma Storm (#27)

Piloswine Pokémon card — Plasma Storm #27, Uncommon
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Plasma Storm expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Piloswine (#27) is an Uncommon card from Black & White - Plasma Storm released in 2013. It showcases artwork by Suwama Chiaki and the Ice Beam attack (20 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.33, Cardmarket average sale is €0.55, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.33
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.31
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.31 (CM) $0.33 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Plasma Storm
Card Number
27
Rarity
✨ Uncommon
Illustrator
🎨 Suwama Chiaki
HP
100
Type
💧 Water
Weaknesses
Metal ×2
Retreat Cost
3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Evolves To
Mamoswine

Attacks & Strategy

  • Ice Beam [Water, Colorless] — 20
    Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
  • Quintuple Headbutt [Water, Water, Colorless, Colorless] — 40×
    Flip 5 coins. This attack does 40 damage times the number of heads.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Mamoswine for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Piloswine from Plasma Storm (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Suwama Chiaki.

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 Piloswine 27 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Piloswine's Ice Beam deals 20 damage for Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Stats Overview: 100 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×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
Plasma Storm #27 ← Current 100 2 attacks Uncommon $0.33

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�📦 Plasma Storm Set Context

This Piloswine is part of the Plasma Storm expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2013.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Suwama Chiaki, 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 Piloswine 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

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

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Piloswine 27 was released in 2013 in the Plasma Storm 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 Suwama Chiaki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

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

Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Piloswine 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 Piloswine 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 Water energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

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

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