2016 POKEMON XY BLACK STAR PROMO #XY124 FULL ART/PIKACHU EX PSA 9
2016 POKEMON XY BLACK STAR PROMO #XY124 FULL ART/PIKACHU EX PSA 9
2016 POKEMON XY BLACK STAR PROMO #XY124 FULL ART/PIKACHU EX PSA 9
Price: $1,400.00
The Full Art Pikachu EX from the XY Black Star Promos, #XY124, hits the table as a solid raw copy with that classic promo vibe. This one’s got the holo pattern sprawling across the entire card, catching light in a way that makes Pikachu’s cheeky grin pop under any lamp. You know how these full arts go—Pikachu’s posed mid-leap with electric sparks flying, illustrator 5ban Graphics nailing the dynamic feel without overdoing it.
On the text side, it’s a Basic Lightning type with 130 HP, packing an Ability called “Ex Spark” that lets you search your deck for a Lightning Energy when you play it from hand. Attacks wise, Thunder Lance does 30 plus 20 more for each of your Benched Lightning Pokémon, and Iron Tail flips coins until tails for 100 times the heads. Simple setup for quick energy ramps in old-school XY decks, nothing too flashy but reliable against basics.
This promo dropped back in 2016, tied to the Generations set era, often coming from tins or boxes where print runs could lead to slight off-centering—watch for that on the borders, as it’s a common quirk with these Black Star releases. The card stock feels sturdy, typical of the XY print quality, with a subtle texture that holds up well if stored right.
For raw condition, this copy sits in near mint territory: corners are sharp with no visible dings, edges show minimal whitening just from light handling, surface is clean without scratches or print lines messing up the holo foil, and that full art flash is still vibrant, no clouding or dull spots to spoil the shine. Centering looks about 60/40 top-bottom, pretty standard for promos, and the back’s got that clean Poké Ball pattern without ink bleeds.
Sleeve it up for your binder or let it ride solo in a top loader—either way, it’s got that Pikachu charm ready to zap your collection.
Quick Facts:
– Card Title: Full Art Pikachu EX
– Set: XY Black Star Promos
– Rarity: Promo
– Condition: Raw – Near Mint
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