Market outlook
Stable Outlook 3/10
Available trackers show mixed short- and longer-term movement: one reports a 55% year-over-year increase but a 2.4% 30-day decline, while recent raw sold prices show wide variation by condition.
Next months. Uncertain; recent indicators are mixed and individual sale prices vary widely.
Long term. Collector appeal may support continued interest, but abundant modern-era supply and changing market demand make appreciation uncertain.
History
Rayquaza is a Legendary Pokémon introduced in Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire. This card depicts Rayquaza as a Basic Pokémon V.
August 27, 2021, in the English Evolving Skies set.
- Card 194/203 is an alternate-art Ultra Rare illustrated by Ryuta Fuse.
- The card is a Rapid Strike Dragon-type Pokémon V with 210 HP.
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Ultra Rare alternate-art Pokémon V
- Print run
- Very High
- First printed in
- Evolving Skies
- Demand
- High
- Supply
- High
- It is a sought-after alternate-art card from Evolving Skies.
- The set is a mass-produced modern expansion; no reliable card-specific print-run figure was found.
- A large number of copies have been graded, indicating substantial surviving supply.
Collector notes
Condition. Inspect the front and back for whitening, edge wear, surface scratches, dents, print lines, and off-centering. Near-mint sales vary substantially, so assess the individual card rather than relying on a listing title.
Storage. Use a clean, well-fitting sleeve and a rigid holder; keep it away from moisture, heat, direct sunlight, and pressure.
Authenticity. Compare card stock, printing, texture, foil pattern, text, and centering with verified examples. For high-value purchases, request clear images and consider authentication by a reputable grading service.
Sources: senseiset.com, cardlytics.app, turnzerohq.com, pokeinvest.io, cardtrack.com