Lugia 78124 Holofoil Fates Collide Appraisal

Lugia 78/124 Holofoil (Fates Collide)

This is a Pokémon Trading Card Game card featuring the legendary Pokémon Lugia, identified by the set number 78/124 from the XY Fates Collide expansion released in 2016. The card is a standard 2.5 by 3.5-inch trading card made of laminated cardstock with a holographic foil finish on the artwork panel. The illustration, credited to TOKIYA, depicts Lugia underwater in a dynamic, swirling blue and white aesthetic. Being a 'Basic' Pokémon card, it includes 120 HP, the Ability 'Pressure', and the attack 'Intensifying Burn'. The bottom right corner displays a black star rarity symbol, designating it as a Rare card. Regarding condition, the card is currently housed in a plastic binder sleeve which has protected the surface from major scratches. However, visible whitening and mild 'silvering' can be seen along the top and right edges of the yellow border, suggesting light play or age-related wear. The centering appears slightly heavy toward the left side. No major creases or water damage are apparent from the frontal view, but the corners show very slight softening from handling. As a mass-produced collectible from the late EX era, its value is tied heavily to this specific holofoil variant and its preservation state.