2005 POKEMON JPN PLAY PROMO 3RD SEASON SUBSCRIPTION _____’S RAYQUAZA-HOLO PSA 10
2005 POKEMON JPN PLAY PROMO 3RD SEASON SUBSCRIPTION _____’S RAYQUAZA-HOLO PSA 10
Price: $3,800.00
Player’s Rayquaza-Holo from the JPN Play Promo 3rd Season Subscription, a promo rarity slapped with a PSA 10 grade. This one’s got that classic Rayquaza artwork—coiled up in the sky, emerald scales popping against a stormy backdrop, looking ready to unleash some chaos. The pose just nails that legendary vibe, like it’s about to dive-bomb whatever’s below.
On the card text side, it’s a Colorless type with 80 HP. No Ability here, but attacks include Spiral Rush for some flip-dependent damage and Dragon Claw for a straightforward 30 hit. Simple setup, but it fits the era’s style—rely on energy ramp-up to make it a threat in early Dragon-themed decks.
This printing dropped around 2004, tied to the Pokémon Players Club subscription in Japan. What makes it stand out? It was exclusive to third-season subscribers, meaning you had to be in the club and committed to get one. Not your everyday pack pull; these were mailed out as perks, adding that layer of rarity from the organized play scene. Rayquaza was already a fan favorite from the EX Dragon set, but this holo version amps up the collectible angle with its promo stamp and limited distribution. Folks chased these for completing Japanese promo runs, especially since Rayquaza reps that Hoenn legendary power.
In the slab, PSA 10 means pristine edges, no whitening, and centering that’s dead on—probably 9.5 or better across subs. Eye appeal is solid with the holo foil swirling around those green accents; it catches light without overwhelming the art. Pop reports put these in the low dozens for PSA 10s, based on what’s floating around collector forums—rarer than your standard set holos, for sure. Not many survived in gem mint shape after all these years.
I’d tuck this into a display case next to other Hoenn heavies, just to relive those old tournament days.
Quick Facts:
– Card Title: Player’s Rayquaza-Holo
– Set: JPN Play Promo 3rd Season Subscription
– Rarity: Promo
– Condition: PSA 10
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