Bulbasaur
Bulbasaur is a Promo Pokémon TCG printing from SM Black Star Promos (#SM198). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $8.19 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2017. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Bulbasaur suits collectors working on SM Black Star Promos who need the Promo slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Bulbasaur from SM Black Star Promos?
Bulbasaur is a Pokémon card in SM Black Star Promos numbered SM198. A strange seed was planted on its back at birth. The plant sprouts and grows with this Pokémon. National Pokédex #1. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Bulbasaur worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $8.19 for Bulbasaur. Low and high spread runs $19.99 to $96.16. 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 | SM Black Star Promos |
|---|---|
| Number | SM198 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $8.19 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €6.03 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Ram | Colorless 10 |
| Vine Whip | GrassGrassColorless 50 |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Bulbasaur?
Bulbasaur is listed as Promo in SM Black Star Promos. Promo printings often appeal to completionists tracking event or retail exclusives. 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.
What are the key details for Bulbasaur?
Catalog fields: set SM Black Star Promos, rarity Promo. Illustrated by MPC Film. 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
Bulbasaur (#SM198) is a promo-line printing from SM Black Star Promos where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Bulbasaur is catalogued as Promo printing in SM Black Star Promos, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $8.19.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $8.19 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Bulbasaur worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $8.19 for ungraded Bulbasaur from SM Black Star Promos. 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 Bulbasaur from?
Bulbasaur is listed in SM Black Star Promos (Sun & Moon) as card #SM198. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Bulbasaur?
Our catalog lists Bulbasaur as Promo in SM Black Star Promos. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Bulbasaur good for collectors or players?
Bulbasaur includes gameplay stats in SM Black Star Promos. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.