Palafin 36 / 215 Pokemon Card from Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos Set
Palafin is a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with 150 HP. It is part of the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos set, illustrated by artist nagimiso. The flavor text…
Set: Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos
Number: 36/215
Rarity: Promo
Set
About the Palafin Pokémon Card
Palafin is a Water-type Pokémon card with 150 HP from the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 36/215 and is classified as Promo. The Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos set was released on January 1, 2023.
The card includes the flavor text: “This Pokémon's ancient genes have awakened. It is now so extraordinarily strong that it can easily lift a cruise ship with one fin.”.
Palafin Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Palafin
Card number: 36/215
Set: Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Promo
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Water
HP: 150
Artist: nagimiso
Release date: January 1, 2023
National Pokédex number: 964
Why Collect the Palafin Pokémon Card?
Palafin is most often collected as part of a complete Scarlet & Violet 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 Palafin Pokémon Card
Palafin was illustrated by nagimiso.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Palafin Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Palafin is about $4.57. Recent listings range from roughly
.29 (low) to $40.60 (high), with a mid-point near $4.68. 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 Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos set has a median card value near .13 and an average near
4.89, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -1% over the last 7 days and -8% 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 Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Palafin Pokémon Card
Whether Palafin 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 131 copies of this card, of which 15 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 11.5%. 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 Palafin Pokémon Card?
Palafin carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 131 copies to date.
Other Printings of Palafin
Palafin appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Obsidian Flames 200 (around $5.46), Paldean Fates 124 (around $3.06) and Paldean Fates 225 (around
.33).
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 Palafin Pokémon Card
The Palafin pokémon card is a Promo card from the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos set (Scarlet & Violet series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos set. Its current aggregated market price is about $4.57; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Palafin card from?
Palafin is from the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 36/215 with the Promo rarity.
What rarity is the Palafin card?
Palafin is classified as Promo.
How much is the Palafin 36/215 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $4.57, within a recent range of roughly
.29 to $40.60. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Palafin card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 131 copies so far, with about 11.5% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Palafin?
PSA has graded 131 copies, of which 15 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 11.5%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Palafin card?
Palafin carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.
When was the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos set released?
The Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos set was released on January 1, 2023.
Are there other printings of Palafin?
Yes. Palafin appears on 13 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
