Rayquaza V

Market outlook

Rising Outlook 8/10

38.4% price increase in last 30 days to $399.99 raw NM, driven by sustained popularity of Evolving Skies alt arts and Rayquaza fanbase[2]

Next months. Continued upward momentum with 10-20% appreciation in next 3-6 months due to holiday demand.

Long term. Strong 1-3 year hold potential reaching $500+ raw NM as set becomes vintage.

History

Rayquaza is a Legendary Dragon/Flying-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region, known as the Sky High Pokémon. It dwells in the ozone layer, descending to mediate battles between Groudon and Kyogre, maintaining planetary balance as a protector of the atmosphere.

First released in the Pokémon TCG Sword & Shield – Evolving Skies set on August 27, 2021, in English.

• Rayquaza V Alternate Art from Evolving Skies is one of the most iconic chase cards due to its stunning artwork by aya-shodō.
• The set is renowned for featuring strong Dragon-types and Eeveelution evolutions, boosting Rayquaza's popularity.
• This card has 210 HP, Dragon Pulse attack (40 damage), and Spiral Burst (20+ damage, discards top deck cards for extra damage).

Rarity and print run

Tier

Ultra Rare

Print run

Medium

First printed in

Sword & Shield – Evolving Skies

Demand

High

Supply

Low

• Alternate Full Art variant limited pull rate in Evolving Skies booster packs.
• High collector demand due to breathtaking artwork and Rayquaza's Legendary status.
• No reprints in subsequent sets increases chase factor.

Collector notes

Condition. Inspect centering on all edges (prone to off-centering), surface scratches on holo pattern, print lines on artwork, edge whitening, corner dings; common flaws include cloud smudges in alt art background and minor print dots.

Storage. Use semi-rigid or magnetic top loaders with sleeves; store upright in cool, dry environment away from sunlight to prevent holo oxidation; avoid stacking without dividers.

Authenticity. Check holofoil pattern consistency (authentic has sharp, reflective scales); verify set symbol and numbering; compare weight/thickness to known genuine; use blacklight for UV-reactive ink; avoid cards with blurry text or incorrect font spacing.