Mew 8 Pokémon WOTC Promos Raw

Mew (8) from the Wizards of the Coast Black Star Promos is one of the most iconic and sought-after cards in the history of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Released in January 2000 through the Pokémon League program, this non-holofoil promo features the elusive Psychic-type Legendary Pokémon, Mew, in its Basic form. With only 50 HP and no evolution line, Mew relies on its unique attacks: Psywave, which deals damage based on the number of Energy cards attached to the defending Pokémon, and Devolution Beam, a powerful effect that removes the highest Stage Evolution card from any evolved Pokémon, effectively reverting it and clearing any special conditions like Asleep or Confused. This combination of rarity, nostalgic appeal, and in-game utility has cemented Mew #8 as a cornerstone of early TCG collecting

Illustrated by the legendary Ken Sugimori, the card captures Mew’s mischievous and mystical aura with vibrant, detailed artwork that stands out even among other early Pokémon cards. As a Black Star Promo, it was never sold in retail booster packs, making it exceptionally rare and highly desirable. Its scarcity is further amplified by the fact that it was distributed exclusively through promotional events, meaning very few players received one during its original release. Today, ungraded (raw) copies in Near Mint condition are valuable collectibles, with graded PSA 10 or BGS 10 versions commanding hundreds or even thousands of dollars at auction.