Snorunt – Brilliant Stars (#34)

Snorunt Pokémon card — Brilliant Stars #34, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Brilliant Stars expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Snorunt (#34) is a Common card from Sword & Shield - Brilliant Stars released in 2022. It showcases artwork by HYOGONOSUKE and the Ice Breath attack, Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.04, Cardmarket average sale is €0.03, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.04
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.04
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.04 (CM) $0.04 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Brilliant Stars
Card Number
34
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 HYOGONOSUKE
HP
60
Type
💧 Water
Regulation Mark
Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
Weaknesses
Metal ×2
Retreat Cost
2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Evolves To
GlalieFroslass

Attacks & Strategy

  • Ice Breath [Water]
    Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
  • Icy Snow [Water, Colorless] — 20
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Glalie or Froslass for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Snorunt from Brilliant Stars (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator HYOGONOSUKE.

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 Snorunt 34 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.

Key Attack: Snorunt's Ice Breath for Water energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Stats Overview: 60 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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�📦 Brilliant Stars Set Context

This Snorunt is part of the Brilliant Stars expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by HYOGONOSUKE, 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 Snorunt 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 Brilliant Stars are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by HYOGONOSUKE 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: Snorunt 34 was released in 2022 in the Brilliant Stars 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 HYOGONOSUKE. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Brilliant Stars represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.

Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Snorunt 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 Snorunt 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: Snorunt works best in Water 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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