Tinkatink – Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos (#25)

Tinkatink Pokémon card — Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos #25, Promo
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Tinkatink (#25) is a Promo card from Scarlet & Violet - Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos released in 2023. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Smithereen Smash attack (10 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.28, Cardmarket average sale is €0.21, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.28
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.24
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.24 (CM) $0.28 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos
Card Number
25
Rarity
✨ Promo
Illustrator
🎨 Kouki Saitou
HP
70
Type
🔮 Psychic
Regulation Mark
Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
Weaknesses
Metal ×2
Retreat Cost
2 (Colorless, Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Smithereen Smash [Psychic] — 10
    Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Tinkatink from Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.

Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.

Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.

⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability

This Tinkatink 25 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.

Key Attack: Tinkatink's Smithereen Smash deals 10 damage for Psychic energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.

Stats Overview: 70 HP • Psychic 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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Set HP Attacks Rarity Avg Price
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�📦 Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos Set Context

This Tinkatink is part of the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, 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 Tinkatink 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

  • Promo cards from Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Kouki Saitou resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Tinkatink 25 was released in 2023 in the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.

Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Tinkatink have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Tinkatink 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 Psychic energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Tinkatink works best in Psychic 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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