Tepig BW02
Set: BW Black Star Promos
Released: Mar 1, 2011
Fire TypeRaw Prices
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Population Report (PSA)
How often each PSA grade appears in the population for this card variant.
Grade
Pop
% Pop
Value
- PSA 10 Gem Mint46.06%—
- PSA 9 Mint2436.36%$50.92
- PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint2030.30%—
- PSA 7 Near Mint69.09%$8.00
- PSA 6 Excellent-Mint69.09%—
- PSA 5 Excellent46.06%—
- PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent23.03%—
- PSA 3 Very Good00.00%—
- PSA 2 Good00.00%—
- PSA 1 Poor00.00%—
Is Tepig BW02 worth grading?
Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $2.84 raw copy.
- Profit
- Loss
- Break-even
Break-even $35.45
$2.84
Raw
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PSA 1
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PSA 2
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PSA 3
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PSA 4
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PSA 5
—
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PSA 6
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$8
PSA 7
−$23.88
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PSA 8
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$50.92
PSA 9
+$13.46
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PSA 10
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Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $2.84 raw cost.
Keep in mind: Don't forget about PSA upcharges! High-value cards that get top grades are often bumped to higher pricing tiers by PSA, which can alter your final profit margins.
About Tepig
It blows fire through its nose. When it catches a cold, the fire becomes pitch-black smoke instead.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #498
- Card Number BW02
- Card RarityPromo
- IllustratorKen Sugimori
- Release Date01/03/2011
- SeriesBlack & White
- Expansion BW Black Star Promos
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionUnova
- Generation Generation 5
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Fire - Health Points70 HP
- Weakness
Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×2
Fire 
Water ×2 
Attacks
- Ember30
Discard an Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Tepig in a dynamic and energetic pose. It is set against a radiant background filled with bursts of yellow and red, enhancing Tepig’s fiery nature. The atmosphere is vibrant and conveys a sense of excitement and motion. The art style is crisp and colorful, with bold outlines that define Tepig's features. The color palette is warm, dominated by reds, oranges, and yellows, which emphasize the fire theme. Shading is used effectively to give depth, making Tepig appear lively and three-dimensional. The mood is cheerful and spirited, capturing Tepig’s playful nature.
Playability Overview
Tepig has low HP and an energy-discarding attack, making it generally weak and less viable in competitive play unless used for specific synergy or early game disruption.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Fireworks FestivalThis bright and energetic Tepig card works great as a fun starter card on a fire-themed page. Its colorful, explosive background makes it a perfect opener or transition between other Fire-type Pokémon with warm, lively art. Keep nearby cards with bright reds and oranges.Additional Binder Suggestions: Volcanic / Excited / Vibrant Orange / Fireworks / Starter Squad
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