Arceus XY197 / 211 Pokemon Card from XY Black Star Promos Set

Arceus — XY Black Star Promos XY197/211 Pokémon TCG card

Arceus is a Basic Pokémon card with 130 HP, belonging to the Colorless type. It is part of the XY Black Star Promos set, illustrated by artist kirisAki, and…

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About the Arceus Pokémon Card

Arceus is a Colorless-type Pokémon card with 130 HP from the XY Black Star Promos set, part of the XY series. It carries the collector number XY197/211 and is classified as Promo. The XY Black Star Promos set was released on October 12, 2013.

The card includes the flavor text: “It is told in mythology that this Pokémon was born before the universe even existed.”.

Arceus Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Arceus

Card number: XY197/211

Set: XY Black Star Promos

Series: XY

Rarity: Promo

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Colorless

HP: 130

Artist: kirisAki

Release date: October 12, 2013

National Pokédex number: 493

Why Collect the Arceus Pokémon Card?

Arceus is most often collected as part of a complete XY 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 Arceus Pokémon Card

Arceus was illustrated by kirisAki.

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

Market Price and Value of the Arceus Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Arceus is about

4.39. Recent listings range from roughly
2.20 (low) to
49 (high), with a mid-point near $30.00. 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 XY Black Star Promos set has a median card value near

4.93 and an average near $38.95, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +14% over the last 7 days and +18% 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 XY Black Star Promos set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Arceus Pokémon Card

Whether Arceus 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 224 copies of this card, of which 5 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 2.2%. 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 Arceus Pokémon Card?

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

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 224 copies to date.

Other Printings of Arceus

Arceus appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Arceus AR1 (around $56.46), XY Black Star Promos XY83 (around $54.47) and Arceus AR4 (around $50.30).

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 Arceus Pokémon Card

The Arceus pokémon card is a Promo card from the XY Black Star Promos set (XY series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the XY Black Star Promos set. Its current aggregated market price is about

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

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Arceus card from?

Arceus is from the XY Black Star Promos set (XY series), numbered XY197/211 with the Promo rarity.

What rarity is the Arceus card?

Arceus is classified as Promo.

How much is the Arceus XY197/211 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

4.39, within a recent range of roughly
2.20 to
49. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Arceus card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 224 copies so far, with about 2.2% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Arceus?

PSA has graded 224 copies, of which 5 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 2.2%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Arceus card?

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

When was the XY Black Star Promos set released?

The XY Black Star Promos set was released on October 12, 2013.

Are there other printings of Arceus?

Yes. Arceus appears on 12 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.