Question 1

What is the current market value of Tornadus #BW42?

Accepted Answer

For Tornadus in BW Black Star Promos, the current reference price is $4.18. Over the last 7 days it gained 4.8%. It now sits 4.8% above its 30-day average of $3.99. Its 90-day trading band runs between $3.80 and $4.18, producing a 9% range and low-volatility behavior. Rarity classification for this copy is Promo.

Question 2

Is Tornadus #BW42 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: Recent direction is upward at 4.8%; current pricing is 10% above the 90-day floor. The 90-day range spans $3.80 to $4.18 (9% spread), which indicates low-volatility behavior. Current value is 4.8% above its 30-day reference ($3.99). This sample does not include a stable graded benchmark, which means active listings remain the best condition-adjusted reference.

Question 3

What is Tornadus #BW42 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Tornadus appears in BW Black Star Promos, released in 2011. The printed flavor text states: "The lower half of its body is wrapped in a cloud of energy. It zooms through the sky at 200 mph." Core profile: Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Promo. Printed HP is 110. Energy typing is Colorless. Card subtype classification is Basic. The printed attacks highlight "Energy Wheel" and "Hurricane". Weakness: Lightning. Resistance: Fighting. This print follows its listed rarity designation in set checklists and pricing references.

Question 4

What are the alternative Tornadus cards available?

Accepted Answer

Tornadus sits within a broader pool of Tornadus variants that can be compared by set, rarity, and price. Comparable entries in this snapshot: 6 cards, 5 distinct sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.07 and $3.42 (4786% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($1.26), this card is +233%. Notable alternatives include Tornadus #210 (Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos) at $1.47, Tornadus #108 (Legendary Treasures) at $3.42, Tornadus #89 (Emerging Powers) at $1.24, and Tornadus #98 (Emerging Powers) at $1.24.

Question 5

What set is Tornadus #BW42 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Release year for BW Black Star Promos is 2011. It belongs to the Black & White series. Set size is 101 cards, which categorizes BW Black Star Promos as mid-size. As of 2026, the set is 15 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. Within this set, Tornadus is card number BW42 with a Promo designation.

Tornadus #BW42

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