Bulbasaur, SWSH Black Star Promos SWSH231/307, promo

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Bulbasaur

SWSH Black Star Promos SWSH231/307 • promo

Set: SWSH Black Star Promos
Number: SWSH231/307
Rarity: Promo
Released: 2019
Energy type: grass energy
Market price: $11.96
Artist: Shibuzoh.

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What it's worth

$11.96market price via TCGplayer · Aug 30, 2026$11.23 – $12.19 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As part of the Sword & Shield Black Star Promos, this Bulbasaur features a distinct holographic aesthetic that distinguishes it from standard set releases. Collectors prize these promotional cards for their unique artwork and the specific distribution events that make them a standout addition to any Kanto-focused collection.

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Card face

What it does

70 HPBasic

Cost: grass energyVine Whip10

Cost: grass energy colorless energyRazor Leaf20

Weaknessfire energy×2Retreatcolorless energy colorless energy

There is a plant seed on its back right from the day this Pokémon is born. The seed slowly grows larger.

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Bulbasaur SWSH231 promo was released in 2022 as part of the Pokémon Trading Card Game's Sword & Shield Series. It was distributed specifically within the Pokémon TCG: Trick or Trade BOOster Bundle, a seasonal product designed for the Halloween market. This release strategy aimed to provide a festive, accessible way for collectors and children to enjoy the hobby during the autumn holiday, featuring a curated selection of reprints marked with a distinct jack-o'-lantern stamp.

The artwork for this card draws from the original base set aesthetic, maintaining the classic, clean illustrative style synonymous with the first generation of Pokémon. By featuring the Kanto starters in this promotional set, the designers tapped into long-standing nostalgia while adapting the cards for a modern audience. The card is widely recognized for its thematic stamp, which distinguishes it from previous reprints and has made it a sought-after entry for thematic seasonal collections.

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About Bulbasaur

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