Origin Forme Palkia V 167/189 Alternate Full Art Astral Radiance Pokémon Card LP
Origin Forme Palkia V 167/189 Alternate Full Art Astral Radiance Pokémon Card LP
Price: $44.00
Origin Forme Palkia V from Astral Radiance, card number 167 out of 189, clocks in as an ultra rare with that alternate full art treatment, and we’re eyeing it in raw condition. The artwork shows Palkia twisting through space with watery distortions, and the holo foil spreads across the whole card, catching light in wavy patterns that make it pop under a lamp. It’s a water type with 220 HP. Ability is Star Portal, letting you attach up to three water energy cards from your discard pile to your Pokémon in any way you like, as long as this Palkia V is active. Attacks include Subspace Swell for 20-plus damage that ramps up based on energy on both active Pokémon, and Hydro Break dishing out 200 but skipping your next turn’s attack. Weak to lightning, no resistance, and retreat cost of two.
This set dropped back in 2022, wrapping up the Sword & Shield era with a focus on Hisuian forms and space-time vibes inspired by Legends: Arceus. Astral Radiance packs often had decent pull rates for Vs, but the alternate arts like this one stood out for their premium feel. Raw copies from this printing sometimes show up with minor centering shifts—maybe the borders lean a tad left or right, common in mass-produced holos. The card stock is that smooth, glossy type that holds up well but can pick up faint print lines if you’re inspecting closely.
For raw condition, look for those sharp corners without dings, edges that stay white and un-chipped, and a surface free of scratches or whitening. The holo flash should be even, no bubbling or dull spots, giving it that crisp shimmer when tilted. Centering ideally sits around 60/40 or better to avoid any wonky framing on the art. If it’s pack-fresh, the borders might have a slight curl from the pack, but that flattens out easy. Sleeve it up for a binder display or let it chill in a toploader—either way, it fits right in with a water deck build.
Quick Facts:
– Card Title: Origin Forme Palkia V
– Set: Astral Radiance
– Rarity: Ultra Rare
– Condition: Raw
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