Swablu
Swablu is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Great Encounters (#86). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.88 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2008. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Swablu suits collectors working on Great Encounters who need the Common slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. This printing is from Great Encounters.
What is Swablu from Great Encounters?
Swablu is a Pokémon card in Great Encounters numbered 86. Its wings are like cotton tufts. If it perches on someone's head, it looks like a cotton hat. National Pokédex #333. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 86 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Swablu worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.88 for Swablu. Low and high spread runs $2.99 to $89.80. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $3.88; Normal: $0.86. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 86 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Great Encounters |
|---|---|
| Number | 86 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $3.88 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.22 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $3.88 |
| Normal | $0.86 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 40 |
|---|---|
| Types | Colorless |
| Super Speed | Colorless Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all effects of an attack, including damage, done to Swablu during your opponent's next turn. |
| Shoot Through | ColorlessColorless 10 Does 10 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Weakness | Lightning +10 |
How collectible is Swablu?
Swablu is listed as Common in Great Encounters. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 86 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Swablu?
Catalog fields: set Great Encounters, rarity Common. Illustrated by Kanako Eo. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 86 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 2008.
Cactaur's take
Swablu from Great Encounters should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Swablu is catalogued as Common printing in Great Encounters, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $3.88 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $3.88; Normal: $0.86).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $3.88 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Swablu worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.88 for ungraded Swablu from Great Encounters. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Swablu from?
Swablu is listed in Great Encounters (Diamond & Pearl) as card #86. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Swablu?
Our catalog lists Swablu as Common in Great Encounters. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Swablu good for collectors or players?
Swablu includes gameplay stats in Great Encounters. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. This printing is from Great Encounters.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Swablu?
Finish variants of Swablu carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $3.88; Normal: $0.86 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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