Team Skull Grunt - Sun & Moon: Burning Shadows (Gold Full Art Trainer) [167/147]

Name: Team Skull Grunt - Sun & Moon: Burning Shadows (Gold Full Art Trainer) [167/147]
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Gold full art holographic Pokemon Trainer card 'Team Skull Grunt' from the Burning Shadows set, held in hand.

Rare (7/10)

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DESCRIPTION

This is a Gold Full Art Supporter Trainer card featuring a male and female Team Skull Grunt from the Pokémon Trading Card Game. The card's artwork depicts the two grunts in a dynamic pose, characteristic of their rebellious and eccentric nature. The gold borders and holographic foil give it a premium, highly collectible appearance, distinguishing it from standard printings.

CULTURAL ECHOES

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese Pop Culture / Anime VillainsLate 20th to 21st Century

Team Skull grunts embody the archetypal eccentric, often comical yet threatening, villainous henchmen found across various Japanese anime and manga series. Their distinct style and mannerisms are deliberate cultural tropes.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•Competitive Play: Players use Supporter cards like this one as a core strategic element during individual turns in the Pokémon TCG.

Meaning Through Time

2010s (Sun & Moon era)

Team Skull represented a shift towards more overtly hip-hop inspired antagonists in the Pokémon series, moving away from somewhat more serious villainous organizations of previous generations.

HISTORICAL STORY

The 'Team Skull Grunt' card was released as part of the Sun & Moon: Burning Shadows expansion in 2017. Team Skull is the main antagonist organization from the Pokémon Sun and Moon video games. Gold Full Art Trainer cards, like this one, are often highly sought after by collectors not just for ...

DID YOU KNOW?

Team Skull, the villainous organization featured on this card, is known for its distinctive rap-like dialogue and 'grunts' who serve under their leader, Guzma.

Gold Full Art Trainer cards are typically Secret Rares, meaning their card number (167) exceeds the official set size (147), making them rarer pulls from booster packs.

MATERIAL & CONDITION

Surface

The card exhibits a distinctive holographic pattern across its entire surface, particularly noticeable on the gold borders and character art, characteristic of a 'Full Art' or 'Secret Rare' printing. The surface appears glossy, and the text is crisp and clear against the intricate background.

Weight & Feel

Standard for a Pokémon trading card; lightweight, approximately 2 grams, reflecting its paperboard and foil construction.

Condition

The card appears to be in excellent condition with no visible creases or heavy surface wear. The corners look sharp, and the centering seems generally good for a card of this type, which is crucial for its value. Closer inspection would be needed to assess minor imperfections like print lines or edge whitening.

RARITY ANALYSIS

Rare90-95%

CommonLegendary

Exceptional items that serious collectors actively seek. Only a handful appear at major auctions each year.

Typical Characteristics

Few examples at auction yearly
Specialist dealer networks
Strong collector competition

EXPERT ANALYSIS

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

Based on the clear visible text, card framing, and holographic pattern, the identification of the card and its rarity tier is strong. However, a complete condition assessment and definitive authenticity check require examination of the card's reverse side and tactile surface details.

KEY EVIDENCE

1Visible card name: 'Team Skull Grunt'.
2Card type: 'TRAINER' and 'Supporter' are clearly visible.
3Artwork style: Gold full art illustration, consistent with Secret Rare printings.
4Holographic pattern: Rainbow/vertical line holo pattern across the entire card face.
5Set/Card number (visible partially): '167/147' indicates a Secret Rare from a 147-card set (Sun & Moon: Burning Shadows).

UNCERTAINTIES

•Unable to inspect card back for authenticity.
•Exact print texture unique to genuine foil cards is not discernible from photos.
•Minor edge wear or print imperfections are difficult to ascertain from the provided images.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

→Provide a clear, well-lit image of the card's back to verify authenticity and assess wear.
→Provide a detailed close-up image of the card's texture and surface under angled light.
→Measure the card's centering from front and back for precise condition assessment.
→Check for any visible print lines or indentations on the holographic surface.
→Consider professional grading to get an authenticated grade and detailed condition report.

ESTIMATED VALUE

$40 - $120

Updated: Feb 27, 2026

Market comparables from auctions & retail
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For informational purposes only, not a formal appraisal.

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