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Riolu - BW Black Star Promos (#BW33)
- Number
- BW33
- Illustrator
- sui
- Energy
- Fighting
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Riolu - BW Black Star Promos
Riolu is a Promo Pokémon card from the BW Black Star Promos Pokémon TCG set, released 2011, illustrated by sui. It sits at card number BW33 in the BW Black Star Promos checklist, classified as a Fighting-type Pokémon with 60 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 $189.97. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Riolu has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#BW33 in BW 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 72Strong
Strong market heat. Weak icon status.
30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.
Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.
Release-window weight.
Price references USD
Card record updated 2026-10-17. 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 1298m ago
Market price history
Sale History 8 sales · since 2025-09-01
| Date | Grade | Price | Lot |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAW | $10.70 | ||
| RAW | $8.00 | ||
| RAW | $7.12 | ||
| RAW | $8.32 | ||
| RAW | $7.67 | ||
| RAW | $8.75 | ||
| RAW | $18.49 | ||
| RAW | $25.00 |
Other printings of Riolu
Riolu FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Riolu from BW Black Star Promos worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $189.97. Card record updated 2026-10-17. 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 Riolu?
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). Riolu has been printed 9 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Riolu?
sui illustrated this card. See sui'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 Riolu released?
The BW Black Star Promos set released in 2011, so this card (#BW33 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Riolu?
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 Riolu 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.