Swablu 213 / 182 Pokemon Card from Paradox Rift Set

Swablu — Paradox Rift 213/182 Pokémon TCG card

Swablu is a Basic Pokémon card from the Paradox Rift set in the Scarlet & Violet series. It has 50 HP and is a Colorless type. The illustration is by artist…

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About the Swablu Pokémon Card

Swablu is a Colorless-type Pokémon card with 50 HP from the Paradox Rift set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 213/182 and is classified as Illustration Rare. The Paradox Rift set was released on November 3, 2023.

The card includes the flavor text: “It can't relax if it or its surroundings are not clean. It wipes off dirt with its wings.”.

Swablu Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Swablu

Card number: 213/182

Set: Paradox Rift

Series: Scarlet & Violet

Rarity: Illustration Rare

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Colorless

HP: 50

Artist: Jiro Sasumo

Release date: November 3, 2023

National Pokédex number: 333

Why Collect the Swablu Pokémon Card?

Swablu sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Paradox Rift set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.

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 Jiro Sasumo.

For Illustration Rare cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.

Market Price and Value of the Swablu Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Swablu is about

9.93. Recent listings range from roughly
5.53 (low) to
92 (high), with a mid-point near $32.70. 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 Paradox Rift set has a median card value near $0.27 and an average near $4.82, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -11% over the last 7 days and -12% 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 Paradox Rift 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 2,113 copies of this card, of which 732 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 34.6%. 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?

Illustration Rare cards such as Swablu are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.

Its collector number (213/182) sits above the set's printed total of 182, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 2,113 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 Illustration Rare card from the Paradox Rift set (Scarlet & Violet series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about

9.93; 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 Paradox Rift set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 213/182 with the Illustration Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Swablu card?

Swablu is classified as Illustration Rare.

How much is the Swablu 213/182 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

9.93, within a recent range of roughly
5.53 to
92. 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 2,113 copies so far, with about 34.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Swablu?

PSA has graded 2,113 copies, of which 732 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 34.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Swablu card?

Illustration Rare cards such as Swablu are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.

When was the Paradox Rift set released?

The Paradox Rift set was released on November 3, 2023.

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.