Ninetales ex

Market outlook

Declining Outlook 4/10

graded 10 value dropped 59% in recent 30 days amid post-set saturation and shifting meta focus.

Next months. Continued soft prices with possible stabilization around $30-40 for graded 10.

Long term. Stable to low growth as nostalgic 151 set matures; unlikely to recover without reprints or demand surge.

History

Ninetales is a Fire-type Pokémon from Generation I, evolving from Vulpix via Fire Stone. Known for its nine majestic tails symbolizing wisdom and beauty in folklore, it is significant as a fan-favorite for its elegant design and competitive viability in Pokémon games.

First released in the Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: 151 set in September 2023 in English.

• Part of the nostalgic 151 set celebrating the original 151 Kanto Pokémon.
• Full Art ex variant featuring stunning artwork by Yuu Nishida.
• ex mechanic allows powerful attacks but risks greater Prize Card losses in battle.

Rarity and print run

Tier

Ultra Rare

Print run

High

First printed in

Scarlet & Violet: 151

Demand

Low

Supply

High

• Full Art ex pulls from 151 boosters are chase cards but set had large print run.
• No special stamps or alternate arts increase commonality.
• Single printing keeps supply steady without reprints.

Collector notes

Condition. Check for centering issues on Full Art borders, surface scratches on glossy finish, edge whitening, and print lines; common flaws include roller marks and minor corner dings from booster packs.

Storage. Use semi-rigid or magnetic holders with top loaders; store in cool, dry place away from sunlight to prevent fading; sleeve in penny sleeves for raw copies.

Authenticity. Verify holo pattern consistency, font alignment on 'ex' stamp, and card stock thickness; compare to official scans on Pokémon TCG database; fakes often have blurry artwork or incorrect numbering.