Arceus V - SWSH Black Star Promos (Full Art) [SWSH306]

Name: Arceus V - SWSH Black Star Promos (Full Art) [SWSH306]
Brand: kingman
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Arceus V Full Art Pokémon trading card, Black Star Promo SWSH306, in a protective binder sleeve. - view 1

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Estimated value

$5 - $12

Rarity

Uncommon(5/10)

ARCEUS V - SWSH BLACK STAR PROMOS (FULL ART) [SWSH306]: IDENTIFICATION

This is a Full Art Pokémon V card featuring Arceus, the Alpha Pokémon. The card is a Black Star Promo numbered SWSH306, illustrated by 5ban Graphics. It features the 'Trinity Charge' and 'Power Edge' attacks, with a holographic finish extending across the entire surface of the card. The artwork depicts Arceus in a dynamic pose against a celestial, prismatic background characteristic of late Sword & Shield era promo releases.

Compare with other trading cards in the archive: Dialga GX - Forbidden Light (Hyper Rare) [164/156], Alolan Golem GX - Crimson Invasion (Hyper Rare) [113/111], Charizard VSTAR - VSTAR Universe (RRR) [s12a-014/172].

CROSS-CULTURAL PARALLELS

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese MythologyContemporary design based on ancient motifs

Arceus is heavily inspired by Kunitokotachi and other creator deities in Shinto cosmogony.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•Competitive TCG 'Deck Building' where Arceus cards were central to the 'Arceus Toolbox' meta-strategy in 2022-2023.

Meaning Through Time

2009

Arceus was introduced as a rare 'event-only' mystery in the Diamond/Pearl games.

2022-2023

Solidified as the mascot of a major franchise shift toward open-world gameplay in Legends: Arceus.

SET RELEASE & PRINT RUN

Released in 2023 as part of the 'Arceus Vstar Ultra-Premium Collection,' this specific promo was one of the centerpiece items intended to commemorate the conclusion of the Sword & Shield Series. The set symbol at the bottom left indicates it is part of the Black Star Promo line, which bypasses standard expansion numbering.

COLLECTOR INTEL

Arceus is known in Pokémon lore as the 'Original One,' credited with creating the entire Sinnoh and Hisui regions according to the 2022 game Legends: Arceus.

The SWSH306 promo was specifically produced for a high-end $120 MSRP box set, making its initial distribution point much higher than standard pack-pulled cards.

SCARCITY

Uncommon70-80%

CommonLegendary

Genuine antiques with fewer examples on the market. Named makers, documented provenance, or early production examples.

Rarity 5/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 98 trading cards items at rarity 5 or higher.

Typical Characteristics

Limited production
Named makers
Growing collector demand

Confidence Factors

Presence of lower-left 'F' regulation mark matches 2023 production standards

How does authenticity detection work?

GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

High confidence due to clear visibility of the card name, set code, and illustrator credit, which perfectly align with a known high-volume promo release.

KEY EVIDENCE

1Text layout for 'Trinity Charge' matches the specific English localizations of the 2023 release.

CONDITION & GRADE

PSA 9-10

Grading breakdown

Visual centering appears well-balanced on the vertical and horizontal axes. No visible whitening is detected on the front edges; rear inspection is required for a definitive Near Mint-Mint (NM-MT) assessment.

Condition

The card appears to be in excellent condition while housed in a side-loading binder page and individual sleeve. Surface clarity is maintained despite the plastic layering.

TRADING CARD MARKET VALUE

$5 - $12

Updated: Aug 8, 2026

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YOUR INPUT VS. SCAN

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What Aligned

User stated 'Mint' - visual inspection shows no surface scratches or corner dings, consistent with a fresh pull.
User noted 'shiny full art' - holographic sheen and edge-to-edge artwork confirm this is the Full Art V variant.