Mega Lucario ex

Market outlook

Rising Outlook 8/10

The card's strong gameplay utility, iconic design, and scarcity of high-grade Full Art variants drive consistent demand; recent sales show steady price increases, with graded 10 and graded 10 Black reaching record highs.

Next months. Prices will likely continue to rise over the next 3-6 months, with graded 10 and graded 10 Black commanding premium prices.

Long term. Over 1-3 years, the card's value will increase steadily, with high-grade copies (graded 10, graded 10) becoming increasingly rare and valuable due to their playability and iconic design.

History

Lucario is a Pokémon first introduced in Generation IV (Diamond/Pearl) as a Mauve City Mentor. It is an Aura Pokémon known for its keen sense of smell and ability to sense the emotions of others. In the Pokémon TCG 'Mega Evolution' set, Lucario evolves into Mega Lucario ex, a Stage 1 Pokémon ex with 340 HP, harnessing its aura for powerful attacks like 'Aura Jab' and 'Mega Brave'. Its design emphasizes motion, momentum, and melee combat, with majestic golden-scaled artwork highlighting its Mega Evolution form.

This card was first released in the 'Mega Evolution' expansion (ME01) of the Pokémon Trading Card Game in Japan in early 2025, with English distribution following later in 2025. The specific card number 077/132 is a Full Art Ultra Rare variant, distinct from the standard 160/132 version.

• Mega Lucario ex is a Stage 1 Pokémon ex with 340 HP, notable for evolving directly from Riolu without requiring a standard Lucario ex.
• Its first attack, 'Aura Jab', hits for 130 damage and allows attaching up to 3 Basic Fighting Energies from the discard to Benched Pokémon.
• Its second attack, 'Mega Brave', delivers a massive 270 damage blow but cannot be used on the next turn, introducing a strategic cooldown drawback.

Rarity and print run

Tier

Ultra Rare

Print run

Low

First printed in

Mega Evolution (ME01)

Demand

Very High

Supply

Scarce

• Full Art Ultra Rare variants are printed in limited quantities compared to standard cards.
• High-grade copies (graded 10, graded 10) are rare due to the card's susceptibility to damage during play and handling.
• The card's popularity as a Mega Evolution Pokémon ex increases collector interest, reducing available supply.

Collector notes

Condition. Check for edge wear, especially on the Full Art border; centering issues are common; look for scratches on the glossy surface, particularly around the golden-scaled artwork; ensure the card is not bent or creased, as the 340 HP card is prone to damage during play.

Storage. Store in a rigid top loader or semi-rigid sleeve to prevent bending; keep in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight; avoid handling with bare hands to prevent oils from degrading the surface; use a carbon-free塑料袋 for long-term storage.

Authenticity. Verify the holographic pattern matches official Mega Evolution sets; check for the 'Ultra Rare' stamp and correct font; authentic cards have a distinct glossy finish and precise artwork alignment; fakes may show blurred text, incorrect colors, or lack the gold-scaled detail; consult graded or Beckett for professional authentication.