Bloodmoon Ursaluna ex - Ultra Rare Holographic Card

This is a collectible trading card from the Pokémon Trading Card Game, specifically featuring the character Bloodmoon Ursaluna ex from the Scarlet & Violet—Twilight Masquerade expansion (indicated by the set symbol and numbering). The card measures approximately 2.5 by 3.5 inches and is constructed from multi-layered cardstock with a sophisticated holographic finish. The artwork depicts a dynamic, three-dimensional-style illustration of an Ursaluna with a distinctive pinkish-red moon marking on its forehead, characteristic of the 'Bloodmoon' form found in the Pokémon Legends: Arceus and Scarlet/Violet series. The card features a rainbow-sheen holographic overlay that includes prismatic star and 'galaxy' patterns, typical of modern Ultra Rare 'ex' cards. Notable technical details include 260 HP, the 'Seasoned Skill' ability, and the 'Blood Moon' attack dealing 240 damage. The bottom margin indicates the card number 141/167 and credit to illustrator 5ban Graphics. Regarding condition, the card is being held by hand without a protective sleeve, which can introduce surface oils. There are visible glares on the surface masking some detail, but the edges appear relatively crisp with minor whitening possible on the extreme corner tips. The silver-colored border is intact, signifying its 'ex' rarity status from the mid-2024 release period.

I have examined the digital image of the Bloodmoon Ursaluna ex (Twilight Masquerade 141/167). The card displays characteristics consistent with an authentic 'Ultra Rare' ex printing, including the correct 5ban Graphics illustrative style, specific 'ex' font kerning, and the light-refractive silver borders introduced in the Scarlet & Violet era. The surface demonstrates the expected prismatic holographic sheen. Based on this visual inspection, the card appears to be in Near Mint condition; however, the lack of a protective sleeve and the presence of direct thumb contact suggest potential surface oil transfer or micro-scratching not visible under glare. Market conditions for this specific card are currently stable. As a 'Regular Rare' ex card (Double Rare), it is significantly more common than the 'Special Illustration Rare' version of the same Pokémon. Its value is primarily driven by its high utility in the competitive TCG metagame, as Bloodmoon Ursaluna ex is a staple 'late-game finisher' in many top-tier decks. While the demand is high among players, the high pull rate from booster packs keeps the secondary market price accessible. This valuation assumes the card is raw and ungraded. It is important to note that a definitive determination of authenticity cannot be made through images alone. A physical inspection is required to verify the specific surface texture patterns, cardstock weight, and the 'light test' to ensure internal black-core layer integrity. Furthermore, I cannot inspect the reverse side for whitening or centering issues which are critical for professional grading. For a full authentication, the card should be cross-referenced with known counterfeit rosettes under 30x magnification.