Plusle HGSS16 / 25 Pokemon Card from HGSS Black Star Promos Set
Plusle is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with 60 HP. It is featured in the HGSS Black Star Promos set, illustrated by Kouki Saitou. The flavor text notes that…
Set: HGSS Black Star Promos
Number: HGSS16/25
Rarity: Promo
Set
About the Plusle Pokémon Card
Plusle is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the HGSS Black Star Promos set, part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series. It carries the collector number HGSS16/25 and is classified as Promo. The HGSS Black Star Promos set was released on February 10, 2010.
The card includes the flavor text: “It absorbs electricity from telephone poles. It shorts out its body to create crackling noises.”.
Plusle Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Plusle
Card number: HGSS16/25
Set: HGSS Black Star Promos
Series: HeartGold & SoulSilver
Rarity: Promo
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Lightning
HP: 60
Artist: Kouki Saitou
Release date: February 10, 2010
National Pokédex number: 311
Why Collect the Plusle Pokémon Card?
Plusle is most often collected as part of a complete HGSS Black Star Promos 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 Plusle Pokémon Card
Plusle was illustrated by Kouki Saitou.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Plusle Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Plusle is about
2.46. Recent listings range from roughly 3.00 (low) to
40 (high), with a mid-point near $35.00. 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 HGSS Black Star Promos set has a median card value near $32.24 and an average near $34.97, so this card sits below the typical card in the set.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the HGSS Black Star Promos set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Plusle Pokémon Card
Whether Plusle 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.
How Rare Is the Plusle Pokémon Card?
Plusle carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.
Other Printings of Plusle
Plusle appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Hidden Legends 69 (around
70), Emerald 39 (around
00) and Dragon 8 (around $89.63).
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 Plusle Pokémon Card
The Plusle pokémon card is a Promo card from the HGSS Black Star Promos set (HeartGold & SoulSilver series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the HGSS Black Star Promos set. Its current aggregated market price is about
2.46; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Plusle card from?
Plusle is from the HGSS Black Star Promos set (HeartGold & SoulSilver series), numbered HGSS16/25 with the Promo rarity.
What rarity is the Plusle card?
Plusle is classified as Promo.
How much is the Plusle HGSS16/25 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
2.46, within a recent range of roughly
3.00 to
40. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Plusle card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Plusle card?
Plusle carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.
When was the HGSS Black Star Promos set released?
The HGSS Black Star Promos set was released on February 10, 2010.
Are there other printings of Plusle?
Yes. Plusle appears on 21 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
