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Absol - XY Black Star Promos (#XY178)
- Number
- XY178
- Illustrator
- Hasuno
- Energy
- Darkness
It appears when it senses an impending natural disaster. As a result, it was mistaken as a doom bringer.
Absol - XY Black Star Promos
Absol is a Promo Pokémon card from the XY Black Star Promos Pokémon TCG set, released 2013, illustrated by Hasuno. It sits at card number XY178 in the XY Black Star Promos checklist, classified as a Darkness-type Pokémon with 100 HP and the Basic subtype.
In collector terms, this is a promotional print, distributed through events, tins, or retailer exclusives rather than standard booster packs. The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $70.24. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Absol has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#XY178 in XY Black Star Promos) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.
CIV 79Strong
Strong market heat, grading upside. Weak icon status.
30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.
PSA 10 premium over raw NM.
Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.
Release-window weight.
Price references USD
Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. A history snapshot records stored values and does not confirm a new source update.
Where to buy on eBay 24 active listings · updated 2234m ago
Market price history
Sale History 141 sales · since 2023-01-01
| Date | Grade | Price | Lot |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAW | $6.39 | ||
| RAW | $5.75 | ||
| RAW | $5.00 | ||
| RAW | $5.38 | ||
| RAW | $5.50 | ||
| RAW | $4.97 | ||
| RAW | $5.28 | ||
| RAW | $4.18 | ||
| RAW | $4.49 | ||
| RAW | $4.81 | ||
| RAW | $4.00 | ||
| RAW | $4.11 | ||
| RAW | $3.01 | ||
| RAW | $3.31 | ||
| RAW | $3.50 | ||
| RAW | $2.94 | ||
| RAW | $2.99 | ||
| RAW | $2.49 | ||
| PSA 8 | $6.50 | ||
| PSA 9 | $12.59 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $16.71 | ||
| PSA 10 | $31.00 | ||
| RAW | $2.65 | ||
| RAW | $2.49 | ||
| RAW | $2.53 | ||
| PSA 8 | $6.50 | ||
| PSA 9 | $10.50 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $16.71 | ||
| PSA 10 | $29.12 | ||
| RAW | $2.53 | ||
| RAW | $2.55 | ||
| PSA 8 | $6.50 | ||
| PSA 9 | $10.84 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $16.71 | ||
| PSA 10 | $35.00 | ||
| RAW | $2.55 | ||
| RAW | $2.49 | ||
| PSA 8 | $9.79 | ||
| PSA 9 | $11.42 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $16.71 | ||
| PSA 10 | $34.85 | ||
| RAW | $2.49 | ||
| RAW | $2.09 | ||
| PSA 8 | $11.23 | ||
| PSA 9 | $12.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $16.71 | ||
| PSA 10 | $36.26 | ||
| RAW | $2.09 | ||
| RAW | $2.01 | ||
| PSA 8 | $11.04 | ||
| PSA 9 | $12.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $16.71 | ||
| PSA 10 | $35.72 | ||
| RAW | $2.01 | ||
| RAW | $2.02 | ||
| PSA 8 | $10.59 | ||
| PSA 9 | $12.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $16.71 | ||
| PSA 10 | $37.44 | ||
| RAW | $2.02 | ||
| RAW | $1.87 | ||
| PSA 8 | $14.95 | ||
| PSA 9 | $16.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $16.71 | ||
| PSA 10 | $42.67 | ||
| RAW | $1.87 | ||
| RAW | $2.41 | ||
| PSA 8 | $15.48 | ||
| PSA 9 | $17.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $19.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $41.25 | ||
| RAW | $2.41 | ||
| RAW | $2.50 | ||
| PSA 8 | $14.97 | ||
| PSA 9 | $16.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $16.71 | ||
| PSA 10 | $42.24 | ||
| RAW | $2.50 | ||
| RAW | $2.33 | ||
| PSA 8 | $15.70 | ||
| PSA 9 | $17.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $19.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $42.84 | ||
| RAW | $2.33 | ||
| RAW | $2.49 | ||
| PSA 8 | $15.60 | ||
| PSA 9 | $17.00 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $19.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $39.89 | ||
| RAW | $2.49 | ||
| RAW | $2.87 | ||
| PSA 8 | $15.44 | ||
| PSA 9 | $16.51 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $18.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $39.34 | ||
| RAW | $2.87 | ||
| RAW | $2.07 | ||
| PSA 8 | $15.22 | ||
| PSA 9 | $16.51 | ||
| BGS 9.5 | $18.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $39.18 | ||
| RAW | $2.07 | ||
| RAW | $1.94 | ||
| PSA 8 | $15.00 | ||
| PSA 9 | $17.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $40.00 | ||
| RAW | $1.94 | ||
| RAW | $2.09 | ||
| PSA 8 | $17.99 | ||
| PSA 9 | $20.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $45.00 | ||
| RAW | $2.09 | ||
| RAW | $2.64 | ||
| PSA 8 | $17.99 | ||
| PSA 9 | $20.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $38.50 | ||
| RAW | $2.64 | ||
| RAW | $2.89 | ||
| PSA 8 | $17.99 | ||
| PSA 9 | $20.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $45.00 | ||
| RAW | $2.89 | ||
| RAW | $2.08 | ||
| PSA 8 | $17.99 | ||
| PSA 9 | $20.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $55.50 | ||
| RAW | $2.08 | ||
| RAW | $2.38 | ||
| PSA 8 | $17.99 | ||
| PSA 9 | $20.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $117.38 | ||
| RAW | $2.38 | ||
| RAW | $2.71 | ||
| PSA 8 | $17.99 | ||
| PSA 9 | $20.00 | ||
| PSA 10 | $45.40 | ||
| RAW | $2.71 | ||
| RAW | $4.00 | ||
| PSA 9 | $15.13 | ||
| PSA 10 | $49.94 | ||
| RAW | $4.00 |
Other printings of Absol
Absol FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Absol from XY Black Star Promos worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $70.24. Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. Reference prices are not guaranteed sale prices. The variant table shows the available values; inconsistent ranges are hidden. Historical chart values may use different sources or variants.
How rare is Absol?
This printing is a promotional print, distributed through events, tins, or retailer exclusives rather than standard booster packs (the card is labeled "Promo" on the checklist). Absol has been printed 9 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Absol?
Hasuno illustrated this card. See Hasuno's full Catchinary page for every Pokémon card they've drawn, grouped by set with current market prices, career stats, and alt-art highlights.
When was Absol released?
The XY Black Star Promos set released in 2013, so this card (#XY178 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Absol?
The "Where to buy on eBay" panel above shows live listings. For long-term holds, consider graded copies (PSA / CGC) which trade separately and usually at a premium over raw.
Is Absol legal in Standard format?
Check the current Pokémon TCG format rules and this exact printing's eligibility before tournament play. A card's age or set alone does not confirm its legality.