Swinub
Swinub is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Plasma Storm (#26). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.10 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2013. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Swinub suits collectors working on Plasma Storm who need the Common slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Swinub from Plasma Storm?
Swinub is a Pokémon card in Plasma Storm numbered 26. Rooting the tip of its snout into the ground, it searches for food. Sometimes, it even digs up a hot spring. National Pokédex #220. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Swinub worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.10 for Swinub. Low and high spread runs $0.39 to $19.98. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $1.10; Normal: $0.28. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Plasma Storm |
|---|---|
| Number | 26 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.10 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.11 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $1.10 |
| Normal | $0.28 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 60 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Double Headbutt | WaterColorless 20× Flip 2 coins. This attack does 20 damage times the number of heads. |
| Weakness | Metal ×2 |
How collectible is Swinub?
Swinub is listed as Common in Plasma Storm. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Swinub?
Catalog fields: set Plasma Storm, rarity Common. Illustrated by Kouki Saitou. Format status: Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Swinub from Plasma Storm should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Swinub is catalogued as Common printing in Plasma Storm, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.10 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $1.10; Normal: $0.28).
- Illustrator Kouki Saitou has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $1.10 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Swinub worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.10 for ungraded Swinub from Plasma Storm. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Swinub from?
Swinub is listed in Plasma Storm (Black & White) as card #26. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Swinub?
Our catalog lists Swinub as Common in Plasma Storm. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Swinub good for collectors or players?
Swinub includes gameplay stats in Plasma Storm. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Swinub?
Finish variants of Swinub carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $1.10; Normal: $0.28 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.