Swinub – BREAKthrough (#80)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Swinub (#80) is a Common card from XY - BREAKthrough released in 2015. It showcases artwork by Atsuko Nishida and the Powder Snow attack, Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.22, Cardmarket average sale is €0.07, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.22
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- BREAKthrough
- Card Number
- 80
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Atsuko Nishida
- HP
- 60
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Piloswine
Attacks & Strategy
-
Powder Snow
[Colorless]
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep. - Mud-Slap [Fighting, Fighting, Colorless] — 40
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Swinub from BREAKthrough (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Atsuko Nishida.
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 Swinub 80 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Swinub's Powder Snow for Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep.
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Swinub Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BREAKthrough #80 ← Current | 60 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.22 |
�📦 BREAKthrough Set Context
This Swinub is part of the BREAKthrough expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Atsuko Nishida, 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 Swinub 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 Atsuko Nishida resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Swinub 80 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 Atsuko Nishida. 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: Fighting type Pokémon like Swinub 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 Swinub 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Swinub works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.