Sableye – Sword & Shield (#194)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Sableye (#194) is a Rare Ultra card from Sword & Shield - Sword & Shield released in 2020. It showcases artwork by Eske Yoshinob and the Lode Search attack, Put a Trainer card from your discard pile into your hand.. TCGplayer market price sits around $5.90, Cardmarket average sale is €6.93, Floor listings start near €1.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $5.90
- Cardmarket trend price: €7.17
- Recent low listing: €1.50
Card Details
- Set
- Sword & Shield
- Card Number
- 194
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Eske Yoshinob
- HP
- 170
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Lode Search
[Darkness]
Put a Trainer card from your discard pile into your hand. -
Crazy Claws
[Darkness, Darkness]
— 10+
This attack does 60 more damage for each damage counter on your opponent's Active Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Sableye from Sword & Shield (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Eske Yoshinob.
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 Sableye 194 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Sableye's Lode Search for Darkness energy. Special effect: Put a Trainer card from your discard pile into your hand.
Stats Overview: 170 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Grass ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sword & Shield #194 ← Current | 170 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $5.90 |
�📦 Sword & Shield Set Context
This Sableye is part of the Sword & Shield expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Eske Yoshinob, 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 Sableye card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Ultra cards from Sword & Shield are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Eske Yoshinob 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: Sableye 194 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 Eske Yoshinob. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Sableye is among the premium chase cards from Sword & Shield. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Sword & Shield represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Sableye 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 Sableye card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Sableye works best in Darkness type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.