Market outlook
Stable Outlook 2/10
The available evidence shows modest reported prices but does not establish a sustained direction or robust market volume.
Next months. Likely to remain an inexpensive set card absent new evidence of stronger demand.
Long term. Uncertain; collector interest may persist, but the available sources do not support forecasting significant appreciation.
History
Zacian is a Legendary Pokémon from the Galar region, featured in Pokémon Sword and Shield. The official Pokémon site describes it as wielding a sword in its mouth.
September 20, 2024, in the Simplified Chinese set Shadow of the Blue Sea (Roar), according to a card database.
- This is a Basic Pokémon V card, numbered 096/131 and listed as Double Rare (RR).
- The card is illustrated by aky CG Works.
- Its listed attacks are Piercing Strike and Behemoth Blade.
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Double Rare (RR); ordinary V card rather than a documented high-rarity variant.
- First printed in
- Shadow of the Blue Sea (Roar) (CS6aC)
- Demand
- Low
- Supply
- High
- The card is in Simplified Chinese.
- No reliable print-run figure is available.
- No alternate-art or special-variant designation is established by the sources reviewed.
Collector notes
Condition. Check the holo surface, edges, corners, and centering for scratches, whitening, dents, and print defects.
Storage. Use a clean sleeve and a rigid holder; store flat in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Authenticity. Confirm the Simplified Chinese text, card number 096/131, set identity, RR rarity, and illustrator attribution. These details alone do not establish authenticity.
Sources: swordshield.pokemon.com, tcgcollector.com, mtcg.pl, pricecharting.com, yonko-tcg.de