Smoochum HGSS13 / 25 Pokemon Card from HGSS Black Star Promos Set
Smoochum is a Basic Pokémon card with a Psychic type and 30 HP. It features artwork by Midori Harada and is part of the HGSS Black Star Promos set, card…
Set: HGSS Black Star Promos
Number: HGSS13/25
Rarity: Promo
Set
About the Smoochum Pokémon Card
Smoochum is a Psychic-type Pokémon card with 30 HP from the HGSS Black Star Promos set, part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series. It carries the collector number HGSS13/25 and is classified as Promo. The HGSS Black Star Promos set was released on February 10, 2010.
The card includes the flavor text: “Its lips are the most sensitive part of its body. It always uses its lips first to examine things.”.
Smoochum Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Smoochum
Card number: HGSS13/25
Set: HGSS Black Star Promos
Series: HeartGold & SoulSilver
Rarity: Promo
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Psychic
HP: 30
Artist: Midori Harada
Release date: February 10, 2010
National Pokédex number: 238
Why Collect the Smoochum Pokémon Card?
Smoochum 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 Smoochum Pokémon Card
Smoochum was illustrated by Midori Harada.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Smoochum Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Smoochum is about $35.33. Recent listings range from roughly $7.00 (low) to $51.97 (high), with a mid-point near
2.80. 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 above 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 Smoochum Pokémon Card
Whether Smoochum 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 Smoochum Pokémon Card?
Smoochum carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.
Other Printings of Smoochum
Smoochum appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Aquapolis 61 (around $35.00), Unseen Forces 31 (around 7.54) and HeartGold & SoulSilver 30 (around $6.81).
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 Smoochum Pokémon Card
The Smoochum 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 $35.33; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Smoochum card from?
Smoochum is from the HGSS Black Star Promos set (HeartGold & SoulSilver series), numbered HGSS13/25 with the Promo rarity.
What rarity is the Smoochum card?
Smoochum is classified as Promo.
How much is the Smoochum HGSS13/25 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $35.33, within a recent range of roughly $7.00 to $51.97. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Smoochum 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 Smoochum card?
Smoochum 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 Smoochum?
Yes. Smoochum appears on 7 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
