Buzzwole SM218 / 248 Pokemon Card from SM Black Star Promos Set
Buzzwole is a Basic Ultra Beast Pokémon with a Grass type. It has 130 HP and is illustrated by artist Kouki Saitou. This card is part of the SM Black Star…
Set: SM Black Star Promos
Number: SM218/248
Rarity: Promo
Set
About the Buzzwole Pokémon Card
Buzzwole is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 130 HP from the SM Black Star Promos set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number SM218/248 and is classified as Promo. The SM Black Star Promos set was released on February 3, 2017.
The card includes the flavor text: “Although it's alien to this world and a danger here, it's apparently a common organism in the world where it normally lives.”.
Buzzwole Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Buzzwole
Card number: SM218/248
Set: SM Black Star Promos
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Promo
Subtypes: Basic, Ultra Beast
Type: Grass
HP: 130
Artist: Kouki Saitou
Release date: February 3, 2017
National Pokédex number: 794
Why Collect the Buzzwole Pokémon Card?
Buzzwole is most often collected as part of a complete SM 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 Buzzwole Pokémon Card
Buzzwole 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 Buzzwole Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Buzzwole is about $6.13. Recent listings range from roughly $5.49 (low) to $43.00 (high), with a mid-point near $6.07. 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 SM Black Star Promos set has a median card value near $8.70 and an average near
6.60, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +79% over the last 7 days and +103% 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 SM Black Star Promos set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Buzzwole Pokémon Card
Whether Buzzwole 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 Buzzwole Pokémon Card?
Buzzwole carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.
Other Printings of Buzzwole
Buzzwole appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Cosmic Eclipse 21 (around $5.76), Hidden Fates Shiny Vault SV24 (around $3.46) and Forbidden Light 77 (around .53).
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 Buzzwole Pokémon Card
The Buzzwole pokémon card is a Promo card from the SM Black Star Promos set (Sun & Moon series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the SM Black Star Promos set. Its current aggregated market price is about $6.13; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Buzzwole card from?
Buzzwole is from the SM Black Star Promos set (Sun & Moon series), numbered SM218/248 with the Promo rarity.
What rarity is the Buzzwole card?
Buzzwole is classified as Promo.
How much is the Buzzwole SM218/248 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $6.13, within a recent range of roughly $5.49 to $43.00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Buzzwole 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 Buzzwole card?
Buzzwole carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.
When was the SM Black Star Promos set released?
The SM Black Star Promos set was released on February 3, 2017.
Are there other printings of Buzzwole?
Yes. Buzzwole appears on 3 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
