Serperior EX 164/086 NM+ Black Bolt Illustration Rare
Serperior EX 164/086 NM+ Black Bolt Illustration Rare
Price: $40.00
Serperior EX 164/086, pulled from the Japanese XY era sets, ultra rare status, chasing those clean raw copies that hold up under scrutiny. This one’s got that full art vibe with Serperior coiled up all majestic, vines twisting around like it’s ready to command the field. The holo catches light like crazy, giving off a sharp green gleam that pops in the right angle.
On the card text side, it’s a Grass type with 170 HP. Ability is Royal Heal—between turns, you heal 10 damage from each of your Pokémon, keeping your team in the fight longer. Attacks include Coil for 80 damage while powering up your next move, and the big one, Black Bolt, slamming 150 with a chance to paralyze if you flip right. Solid for Grass decks that need staying power without too much setup.
Context-wise, this came out around 2016 in the Japanese market, part of the expanded XY runs where EX cards got fancy treatments. Raw copies often show up with centering issues, especially on the borders where the art meets the foil—sometimes it’s a hair off, making perfect 10s tricky. The card stock is on the thinner side compared to modern stuff, so it can pick up bends if not handled careful. Print runs weren’t massive, so finding one without factory marks is a win.
For raw condition, start with the corners: they should be sharp, no ding marks or fuzz from pocket wear. Edges need to be smooth, watch for silvering or rough cuts that show age. Surface is key—look for no scratches or print lines, and the holo flash ought to be vivid, no clouding from humidity or fingerprints. Centering ideally 50/50 top to bottom, though these can skew bottom-heavy.
Sleeve it quick for that fresh holo snap or send it off to grading—your call.
Quick Facts:
– Card Title: Serperior EX
– Set: Japanese XY Series
– Rarity: Ultra Rare
– Condition: Raw
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