Market outlook
Stable Outlook 7/10
Current marketplace data shows active but not explosive pricing, with modest raw-card values and stronger grade premiums. The card benefits from character popularity, but the set’s relative availability limits extreme scarcity-driven growth.[2][4][5]
Next months. Likely to remain range-bound with periodic spikes for graded 10 or otherwise exceptional condition copies.
Long term. Over 1-3 years, gradual appreciation is plausible if demand for XY-era secret rares continues, especially for high-grade examples, but broad raw-copy gains are likely to be moderate.
History
Gardevoir is a Psychic-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III as the final evolution of Kirlia and the evolved form of Ralts. In the TCG, Gardevoir has long been one of the most collectible Psychic and Fairy-themed Pokémon due to its strong competitive presence across multiple eras and its popularity as a mascot-level fan favorite. The EX card in Steam Siege reflects the XY-era Fairy typing and the modern full-art secret-rare treatment used for premium chase cards.[2][3][5]
This card was first released in the XY: Steam Siege expansion, with a release date of August 3, 2016.[2][3][4][5]
- It is numbered 116/114, making it a Secret Rare beyond the set's standard numbered sequence.[2][4][5]
- The card is a Full Art version of Gardevoir EX from the XY era and is listed as Fairy type in product and marketplace data.[2][3][5]
- Market listings show meaningful collector demand, with graded 10 pricing notably above raw copies and Cardmarket reporting a strong recent trend value for the card.[2][4][5]
Collector notes
Condition. Check the usual Full Art weak points: edge whitening, corner wear, surface scratches on the holo/full-art foil, print lines, centering, and any silvering along borders. Because this is a secret rare full-art card, even light surface scuffs or edge wear can materially affect grade value.[2][4][5]
Storage. Store in a penny sleeve and rigid top loader or semi-rigid card holder, ideally inside a team bag. Keep it away from humidity, heat, direct light, and repeated handling, since full-art holo surfaces scratch easily and whitening is common on dark borders.
Authenticity. Verify correct card number 116/114, secret rare set placement, and authentic Pokémon print quality, including sharp text, consistent holo pattern, and proper card stock. Counterfeits often show dull holofoil, incorrect font spacing, poor edge cutting, or washed-out colors; authenticated graded examples and known marketplace photos can be used for comparison.[2][3][5]
