Swablu 86 / 106 Pokemon Card from Great Encounters Set
Swablu is a Basic Pokémon card from the Great Encounters set in the Diamond & Pearl series. It has a Colorless type and an HP of 40. The card features artwork…
Set: Great Encounters
Number: 86/106
Rarity: Common
Set
About the Swablu Pokémon Card
Swablu is a Colorless-type Pokémon card with 40 HP from the Great Encounters set, part of the Diamond & Pearl series. It carries the collector number 86/106 and is classified as Common. The Great Encounters set was released on February 1, 2008.
The card includes the flavor text: “Its wings are like cotton tufts. If it perches on someone's head, it looks like a cotton hat.”.
Swablu Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Swablu
Card number: 86/106
Set: Great Encounters
Series: Diamond & Pearl
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Colorless
HP: 40
Artist: Kanako Eo
Release date: February 1, 2008
National Pokédex number: 333
Why Collect the Swablu Pokémon Card?
Swablu is most often collected as part of a complete Great Encounters set rather than as a standalone chase card.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Swablu Pokémon Card
Swablu was illustrated by Kanako Eo.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Swablu Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Swablu is about $3.81. Recent listings range from roughly
.99 (low) to $89.80 (high), with a mid-point near $4.39. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Great Encounters set has a median card value near $5.10 and an average near
6.27, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -59% over the last 7 days and -61% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Great Encounters set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Swablu Pokémon Card
Whether Swablu is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 3 copies of this card, of which 1 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 33.3%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Swablu Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Swablu was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 3 copies to date.
Other Printings of Swablu
Swablu appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Platinum SH5 (around $77.06), Deoxys 79 (around $46.62) and Emerald 67 (around $38.90).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Swablu Pokémon Card
The Swablu pokémon card is a Common card from the Great Encounters set (Diamond & Pearl series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Great Encounters set. Its current aggregated market price is about $3.81; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Swablu card from?
Swablu is from the Great Encounters set (Diamond & Pearl series), numbered 86/106 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Swablu card?
Swablu is classified as Common.
How much is the Swablu 86/106 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $3.81, within a recent range of roughly
.99 to $89.80. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Swablu card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 3 copies so far, with about 33.3% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Swablu?
PSA has graded 3 copies, of which 1 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 33.3%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Swablu card?
As a Common card, Swablu was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
When was the Great Encounters set released?
The Great Encounters set was released on February 1, 2008.
Are there other printings of Swablu?
Yes. Swablu appears on 33 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
