Zarude – Scarlet & Violet Promos (#199)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Zarude (#199) is a Promo card from Scarlet & Violet - Scarlet & Violet Promos released in 2022. It showcases artwork by Uninori and the Pluck Off attack, Search your deck for up to 3 Basic Grass Energy cards, reveal them, and put them into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck.. Cardmarket average sale is €1.12, Floor listings start near €0.78.
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.87
- Recent low listing: €0.78
Card Details
- Set
- Scarlet & Violet Promos
- Card Number
- 199
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Uninori
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Pluck Off
[Grass]
Search your deck for up to 3 Basic Grass Energy cards, reveal them, and put them into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck. -
Hammer Whip
[Grass, Grass, Grass]
— 130
During your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (43.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Zarude from Scarlet & Violet Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Uninori.
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 Zarude 199 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Zarude's Pluck Off for Grass energy. Special effect: Search your deck for up to 3 Basic Grass Energy cards, reveal them, and put them into your hand. The...
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Zarude Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlet & Violet Promos #199 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Promo | N/A |
�📦 Scarlet & Violet Promos Set Context
This Zarude is part of the Scarlet & Violet Promos expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Uninori, 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 Zarude 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 Scarlet & Violet Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Uninori resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Zarude 199 was released in 2022 in the Scarlet & Violet 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 Uninori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Scarlet & Violet Promos represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Zarude with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Zarude 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Zarude works best in Grass 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.