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Thundurus-EX #BW81 BW Black Star Promos Pokemon card

Set	BW Black Star Promos
Card number	BW81
Rarity	Promo
Type	Pokémon
HP	170
Artist	Eske Yoshinob
Released	Mar 2011

Thundurus-EX #BW81 Value (BW Black Star Promos)

$4.36 raw near mint

Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.

How much is Thundurus-EX #BW81 worth? As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $4.36, the Cardmarket low is €4.50. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Thundurus-EX #BW81 is a Black Star Promo tied to the BW era of Pokemon cards. It was distributed as part of a promotional push rather than through a standard booster set. The card carries the typical EX rules text and features artwork by Eske Yoshinobu. Collectors often view Black Star Promos as accessible entry points into vintage Pokemon collecting.

Current prices

Source	Price
TCGplayer market price (USD)	$4.36
Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR)	€4.50
Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR)	€2.69
Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR)	€2.87
Cardmarket listings available	107

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Thundurus-EX #BW81: rarity, grading and trend

Thundurus-EX #BW81 is a Promo Pokémon card from BW Black Star Promos, the Black & White era (2011). It ranks as number 81 by price out of 106 cards in the set. Over the last 30 days the price rose +9.0%, from $4.00 to $4.36. The illustration is by Eske Yoshinob.

Is it worth grading? Grading premiums for this promo tend to track general demand for BW-era EX cards rather than standing out on their own. Population data in high grades appears less discussed than for chase cards from the same period. Condition sensitivity around corners and edges is common for promo card stock from this era.

Thundurus-EX price history

Jun 12, 2026Low $2.92 · High $4.36Nov 2, 2026

Month	Avg Cardmarket low	Avg TCGplayer market
Nov 2026	€4.50	$4.36
Oct 2026	€4.75	$4.08
Sep 2026	€4.80	$3.97
Aug 2026	€5.73	$3.70
Jul 2026	€4.80	$2.92
Jun 2026	€4.80	$2.92

Thundurus-EX #BW81 sits within the affordable tier of BW promos, based on general market observation rather than fixed pricing data. Interest in this card seems tied more to nostalgia for the Black Star Promo line than to competitive relevance. Some collectors note that promo stock from this period can show print lines or centering quirks, which may influence perceived condition over time.

Frequently asked questions

What is Thundurus-EX #BW81 worth on Nov 2, 2026?

As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $4.36, the Cardmarket low is €4.50. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.

Is Thundurus-EX #BW81 rare?

Thundurus-EX #BW81 is printed at Promo rarity and ranks number 81 by price among the 106 cards in BW Black Star Promos. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.

Is Thundurus-EX #BW81 going up in value?

Over the last 30 days it rose +9.0% to about $4.36. Short moves often reverse, so compare the chart with recent sold listings before buying or selling.

How do I check which printing of Thundurus-EX I have?

Look at the set symbol and the card number (BW81) at the bottom of the card, then match both to this page. A phone scanner such as Card Value Scanner on iPhone reads them from one photo; on Android, search the number in the price guide.