Toxel Collector’s Guide: SWSH Black Star Promos SWSH209

Character Intro

Toxel is a lively Promo card from the SWSH Black Star Promos set, numbered SWSH209. This card features 60 HP and attacks including Tiny Bolt. Its straightforward design makes it a unique addition for collectors of promotional Pokémon cards.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic, Fusion Strike
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistances: None
• Flavor Text: It manipulates the chemical makeup of its poison to produce electricity. The voltage is weak, but it can cause a tingling paralysis.
• Attacks:
• Growl: During your opponent’s next turn, the Defending Pokémon’s attacks do 30 less damage (before applying Weakness and Resistance).
• Tiny Bolt: Deals 10 damage.

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the SWSH Black Star Promos set as card SWSH209. As a Promo rarity card, it sits outside the main expansion sets. Artwork by Souichirou Gunjima highlights Toxel’s distinctive look.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are listed for this card. It is uniquely identified by set code “swshp” and card number “SWSH209.” The card’s subtype is Basic, Fusion Strike, and it carries the regulation mark “E.” Market references include the query “Toxel SWSH Black Star Promos SWSH209.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, but its exact tournament status is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

As a promo card, preserving the vibrant artwork and condition is essential. Store the card in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture to prevent fading and warping. Minimize handling to maintain mint condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• SWSH Black Star Promos: This set includes special promotional cards like this Toxel, designed to highlight unique Pokémon with distinctive artwork and abilities. The promos often serve as collector’s items and are not always tournament-legal, adding to their allure for fans and collectors alike.