Regigigas – XY Black Star Promos (#XY82)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Regigigas (#XY82) is a Promo card from XY - XY Black Star Promos released in 2013. It showcases artwork by Shin Nagasawa and the Gigas Punch attack (100 damage), Flip 2 coins. If both of them are tails, this attack does nothing.. TCGplayer market price sits around $20.16, Cardmarket average sale is €10.46, Floor listings start near €4.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $20.16
- Cardmarket trend price: €11.97
- Recent low listing: €4.50
Card Details
- Set
- XY Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- XY82
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin Nagasawa
- HP
- 130
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Earthen Awakening
Whenever you attach an Energy card from your hand to this Pokémon, heal 20 damage from it.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Gigas Punch
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100
Flip 2 coins. If both of them are tails, this attack does nothing.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Regigigas from XY Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin Nagasawa.
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 Regigigas XY82 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Regigigas's Gigas Punch deals 100 damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip 2 coins. If both of them are tails, this attack does nothing.
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XY Black Star Promos #XY82 ← Current | 130 | 1 attack | Promo | $20.16 |
�📦 XY Black Star Promos Set Context
This Regigigas is part of the XY Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2013.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin Nagasawa, 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 Regigigas 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 XY Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin Nagasawa 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: Regigigas XY82 was released in 2013 in the XY Black Star Promos expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin Nagasawa. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: XY Black Star Promos is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Regigigas have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Regigigas 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: Regigigas works best in Colorless type decks.