Vaporeon – SWSH Black Star Promos (#SWSH072)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Vaporeon (#SWSH072) is a Promo card from Sword & Shield - SWSH Black Star Promos released in 2019. It showcases artwork by so-taro and the Hydro Pump attack (60+ damage), This attack does 20 more damage for each Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $2.57, Cardmarket average sale is €4.65, Floor listings start near €1.49.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.57
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.16
- Recent low listing: €1.49
Card Details
- Set
- SWSH Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- SWSH072
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 so-taro
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Watery Shroud
As long as this Pokémon is on your Bench, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks (both yours and your opponent's).
Attacks & Strategy
-
Hydro Pump
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60+
This attack does 20 more damage for each Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Vaporeon from SWSH Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator so-taro.
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 Vaporeon SWSH072 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Vaporeon's Hydro Pump deals 60+ damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 20 more damage for each Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SWSH Black Star Promos #SWSH072 ← Current | 110 | 1 attack | Promo | $2.57 |
�📦 SWSH Black Star Promos Set Context
This Vaporeon is part of the SWSH Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by so-taro, 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 Vaporeon 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
- Promo cards from SWSH Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by so-taro 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: Vaporeon SWSH072 was released in 2019 in the SWSH Black Star Promos 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 so-taro. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: SWSH Black Star Promos represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Vaporeon 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 Vaporeon 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Vaporeon works best in Water type decks.