Swinub – Stormfront (#77)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Swinub (#77) is a Common card from Diamond & Pearl - Stormfront released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Yukiko Baba and the Freezing Breath attack, Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If tails, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.46, Cardmarket average sale is €0.23, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.46
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.19
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Stormfront
- Card Number
- 77
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yukiko Baba
- HP
- 50
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass +10
- Resistances
- Lightning -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Piloswine
Attacks & Strategy
-
Freezing Breath
[Water]
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If tails, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep. -
Take Down
[Fighting]
— 20
Flip a coin. If tails, Swinub does 10 damage to itself.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Swinub from Stormfront (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yukiko Baba.
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 77 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Swinub's Freezing Breath for Water energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If tails, the Defending Pokémon is no...
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass +10 • Resistant to Lightning -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stormfront #77 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.46 |
�📦 Stormfront Set Context
This Swinub is part of the Stormfront expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yukiko Baba, 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 Stormfront are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yukiko Baba 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 77 was released in 2008 in the Stormfront expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Yukiko Baba. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Stormfront 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 Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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.