How rare is Victory Cup #BW31?

Victory Cup #BW31 is a Promo, one of the higher rarity tiers in BW Black Star Promos.

Is Victory Cup #BW31 worth grading?

At $300.00 raw, you need a PSA 10 to profit. A PSA 10 sells for $1,050.00, giving a net return of +$585.50 after grading costs and selling fees. PSA 9 returns +$241.21 and PSA 8 returns −$271.45, so a PSA 9 or 10 can profit, while anything below that loses money on this card.

Who illustrated Victory Cup #BW31?

Victory Cup #BW31 was illustrated by 5ban Graphics, who has illustrated 3618 Pokémon cards in total.

When was Victory Cup #BW31 released?

Victory Cup #BW31 was released on 1 March 2011 as part of BW Black Star Promos. It belongs to the Modern era.

Victory Cup BW31

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Set: BW Black Star Promos Released: Mar 1, 2011

Promo Illustrator: 5ban Graphics

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Raw market price 300.00

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Grade	Market price	30d	vs raw
PSA10	1,050.00	—	x3.5
PSA9	654.27	11.31%	x2.2
PSA8.5	360.00	—	x1.2
PSA8	65.00	—	x0.2
PSA7	192.51	—	x0.6

Card Details

Card TypeTrainer
Card Number BW31
Card RarityPromo
Illustrator5ban Graphics
LanguageEnglish
Release Date01/03/2011
SeriesBlack & White
Expansion BW Black Star Promos
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print

Card Attributes

Energy Type Trainer

Rules

Flip a coin. If heads, search your deck for a Pokémon, reveal it, and put it into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward.
You may play as many Item cards as you like during your turn (before your attack).

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts an exuberant scene of celebration with several Pokémon gathered around a golden victory cup. At the center, Victini joyously peeks out from inside the trophy, while other Pokémon like Reshiram, Zekrom, Oshawott, Tepig, and Snivy cheer around it. Confetti rains down, adding to the festive atmosphere. The background is vibrant, filled with bright confetti and the glimmer of the trophy, enhancing the mood of triumph and joy.The art style is dynamic and colorful, with a glossy finish that highlights the shiny surfaces of the trophy and Pokémon. The color palette is rich and varied, featuring a spectrum of bright hues that emphasize the celebratory theme. Shading is used effectively to give depth and dimension to the characters and objects, while the overall mood is one of excitement and achievement.

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Playability Overview

Victory Cup adds a risky but potentially game-changing search option that can speed up setup, encouraging players to weigh coin flip luck versus deck consistency.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Trophy CelebrationThis card captures an exciting victory moment, showcasing a colorful gathering of Pokémon around a gleaming trophy. It’s perfect for a "Champion's Corner" page, highlighting triumphant moments in battles. Pair it with other competition-themed cards for a dynamic and festive layout.Additional Binder Suggestions: Stadium / Joyful / Bright Colors / Victory / Team Spirit