Tropical Wind 26 / 40 Pokemon Card from Nintendo Black Star Promos Set

Tropical Wind — Nintendo Black Star Promos 26/40 Pokémon TCG card

Tropical Wind is a Trainer card from the Nintendo Black Star Promos set, designated as card number 26. It is classified as an Item and was illustrated by…

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About the Tropical Wind Trainer Card

Tropical Wind is a Item Trainer card from the Nintendo Black Star Promos set, part of the NP series. It carries the collector number 26/40 and is classified as Promo. The Nintendo Black Star Promos set was released on October 1, 2003.

Tropical Wind Trainer Card Details

Card name: Tropical Wind

Card number: 26/40

Set: Nintendo Black Star Promos

Series: NP

Rarity: Promo

Card type: Trainer (Item)

Artist: Sumiyoshi Kizuki

Release date: October 1, 2003

Why Collect the Tropical Wind Trainer Card?

Tropical Wind is most often collected as part of a complete Nintendo 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 Tropical Wind Trainer Card

Tropical Wind was illustrated by Sumiyoshi Kizuki.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Tropical Wind Trainer Card

The current aggregated market price for Tropical Wind is about

98. Recent listings range from roughly
90 (low) to
,900 (high), with a mid-point near
90. 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 Nintendo Black Star Promos set has a median card value near $85.81 and an average near

88, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -23% over the last 7 days and +11% 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 Nintendo Black Star Promos set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Tropical Wind Trainer Card

Whether Tropical Wind 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 Tropical Wind Trainer Card?

Tropical Wind carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.

Other Printings of Tropical Wind

Tropical Wind appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include DP Black Star Promos DP48, DP Black Star Promos DP05 and DP Black Star Promos DP25.

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 Tropical Wind Trainer Card

The Tropical Wind trainer card is a Promo card from the Nintendo Black Star Promos set (NP series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Nintendo Black Star Promos set. Its current aggregated market price is about

98; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Tropical Wind card from?

Tropical Wind is from the Nintendo Black Star Promos set (NP series), numbered 26/40 with the Promo rarity.

What rarity is the Tropical Wind card?

Tropical Wind is classified as Promo.

How much is the Tropical Wind 26/40 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

98, within a recent range of roughly
90 to
,900. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Tropical Wind 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 Tropical Wind card?

Tropical Wind carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.

When was the Nintendo Black Star Promos set released?

The Nintendo Black Star Promos set was released on October 1, 2003.

Are there other printings of Tropical Wind?

Yes. Tropical Wind appears on 3 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.