Market outlook
Stable Outlook 6/10
Modern Japanese AR cards usually settle into a stable collector price band after initial release hype. Koraidon’s character strength supports demand, but print availability and ongoing market supply reduce sharp long-term appreciation.
Next months. Likely to remain stable with modest grade-premium movement, especially for graded 10 examples.
Long term. Over 1-3 years, gradual appreciation is possible if Koraidon remains a favored Scarlet-era mascot, but large gains are unlikely unless sealed supply tightens or collector demand rises significantly.
History
Koraidon is a Legendary Pokémon introduced in Generation IX and serves as the box-art legendary for Pokémon Scarlet. It is a paradox Pokémon associated with the ancient past, representing primal strength, mobility, and a prehistoric dragon/reptile theme in the Paldea region. In the TCG, Koraidon is a popular flagship character because it anchors the Scarlet-era branding and appears across multiple card treatments.
This Japanese Art Rare print was first released in Japan in the expansion Raging Surf (SV3a / sv3a) on September 22, 2023.
- Card number 052/078 is the Art Rare print of Koraidon from Raging Surf.
- Raging Surf is a Japanese subset in the Scarlet & Violet era, and this card is one of the set’s illustration-style chase cards.
- Koraidon also appears in other Scarlet & Violet-era Japanese cards, but this specific artwork/version is tied to Raging Surf rather than the main Scarlet ex expansion.
Collector notes
Condition. Check for centering, edge whitening, surface scratches on the holo/art finish, print lines, corner wear, and any dents or pressure marks. Japanese modern cards often show minor edge whitening or surface scuffs that heavily affect gem-mint grading.
Storage. Store in a penny sleeve and rigid top loader or semi-rigid holder, ideally inside a team bag. Keep away from humidity, direct light, and temperature swings. If grading, handle only by edges and avoid repeated sleeving/unsleeving.
Authenticity. Compare card stock, print clarity, and texture to known authentic Japanese AR cards. Fakes often have muddy artwork, incorrect holo reflection, weak back color, or poor edge cutting. Verify the card number, set symbol, and Japanese text alignment; authentic modern Japanese cards usually have crisp, high-resolution print and consistent gloss/texture.
