Swablu – BREAKthrough (#124)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Swablu (#124) is a Common card from XY - BREAKthrough released in 2015. It showcases artwork by Mizue and the Bind Wound attack, Heal 20 damage from 1 of your Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.19, Cardmarket average sale is €0.19, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.19
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.09
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- BREAKthrough
- Card Number
- 124
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mizue
- HP
- 40
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Altaria
Attacks & Strategy
-
Bind Wound
[Colorless]
Heal 20 damage from 1 of your Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Swablu from BREAKthrough (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mizue.
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 Swablu 124 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Swablu's Bind Wound for Colorless energy. Special effect: Heal 20 damage from 1 of your Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 40 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Swablu Cards
Looking for other Swablu cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BREAKthrough #124 ← Current | 40 | 1 attack | Common | $0.19 |
�📦 BREAKthrough Set Context
This Swablu is part of the BREAKthrough expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mizue, 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 Swablu 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
- Common cards from BREAKthrough are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mizue 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.
More from BREAKthrough
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Swablu 124 was released in 2015 in the BREAKthrough 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 Mizue. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: BREAKthrough 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 Swablu 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 Swablu 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: Swablu works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.