Clefairy

Market outlook

Rising Outlook 7/10

The card has early market momentum, strong character recognition, and illustration rare appeal. As supply from fresh openings stabilizes, good-condition copies and graded examples may strengthen if the set remains popular with collectors.

Next months. Likely to remain active with post-release volatility; raw prices may soften slightly if opening volume is high, then stabilize as supply dries up.

Long term. Potential for gradual appreciation, especially in higher grades, with the strongest gains likely for well-centered, gem-mint copies and attractive artwork-driven collector demand.

History

Clefairy is a classic Pokémon from the earliest generations of the franchise, known as the 'Fairy Pokémon' and closely associated with the moon, luck, and a whimsical, cute aesthetic. In the Pokémon TCG, Clefairy has long been used as a fan-favorite character card because of its strong nostalgic value across multiple eras. The Perfect Order illustration rare depicts Clefairy in a modern full-art style that highlights its enduring popularity and collectible appeal.

This English-language 094/088 Illustration Rare was first released in the 2026 expansion Perfect Order. The card appears to be part of the set's English release and is listed by major retailers and TCG marketplace sources as a 2026 card.

• The card is numbered 094/088, which indicates it is a secret-rare-style card beyond the base set number range.
• The illustration rare version is visually tied to the set's wider art narrative; references indicate it may connect compositionally with Mega Clefable ex from the same set.
• Clefairy is a highly recognizable Gen 1 Pokémon, which gives the card strong crossover appeal to both collectors of character-based cards and set completionists.

Rarity and print run

Tier

Secret Rare

Print run

Medium

First printed in

Perfect Order

Demand

High

Supply

Low

• Illustration Rare treatment with limited pull rates compared with regular holos and standard rares
• Secret-number placement beyond the main set range
• High collector demand due to Clefairy being a classic Gen 1 character

Collector notes

Condition. Check centering carefully, especially on the front full-art image and back borders. Common issues for modern illustration rares include edge whitening, surface scratches from packaging, print lines, slight roller marks, and poor centering that affects graded/graded/graded grade potential. Examine the card under angled light for foil scuffs and manufacturing imperfections.

Storage. Sleeve immediately in a clean penny sleeve, then place in a quality top loader or semi-rigid holder for long-term protection. For raw copies, avoid repeated handling of the foil surface. Store in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight and humidity. For graded investment copies, keep slabs upright and protected from impact.

Authenticity. Verify the exact set symbol, numbering, font quality, and texture pattern on the illustration rare finish. Authentic modern Pokémon cards should show clean print resolution, consistent holo/texture placement, and proper border color. Compare against reputable TCGplayer or official product images if suspicious. Counterfeits often have soft text, incorrect gloss, poor alignment, or flat/incorrect texture on the foil area.