Armarouge Pokémon Card Appraisal
Category: Trading Card
Description
This item is a Pokémon trading card featuring the character Armarouge. The card is a Stage 1 Pokémon, indicating it evolves from another Pokémon. The character is depicted in an action pose surrounded by flames and smoke with a vibrant background of orange, yellow, and red. The card has a holographic or foil finish, which gives it a shimmering appearance, particularly visible on the main image and the border. The card displays the character's name, "Armarouge," and its Hit Points (HP), which is 130, located at the top right. Below the character art, the card lists an Ability named "Fire Off" with a description of its effect in the game. It also shows an attack called "Flame Cannon" with a damage value of 90 points, and its effect. The card has text detailing its Weakness (Water x2), Resistance, and Retreat cost. Below the artwork, the card number is visible as "015/092," and a rarity symbol, which appears to be a star, indicating it is a rare card. The card edges and corners appear relatively sharp, suggesting good condition with minimal wear, though the image resolution makes precise assessment of minor condition issues difficult. There are no visible manufacturer's marks or signatures beyond the standard card design elements.
Appraisal Report
I have examined the provided image of the Armarouge Pokémon trading card. Based on the visual evidence, the card appears to be in excellent condition. The corners and edges seem sharp with no obvious signs of wear or creasing. Surface wear, scratching, or minor dings are difficult to definitively assess from the image resolution. The holographic or foil finish is present and appears intact. The card's design elements, including the text, artwork, card number (015/092), and rarity symbol (star), are consistent with a genuine Pokémon card. As a Stage 1 character from a recent set, the market value is heavily influenced by condition and current player/collector demand. Being a rare holographic card adds a premium over non-holographic or more common versions. Market conditions for modern Pokémon cards can fluctuate, but cards in excellent condition maintain stronger value. Comparables would include recently sold listings of this specific Armarouge card in similar condition on reputable trading card marketplaces. Demand for this particular card is moderate, driven primarily by players using it in the trading card game and collectors seeking to complete sets. Rarity is a factor due to it being a rare pull from booster packs. I estimate the value based on its apparent excellent condition and current market trends for this specific card. It is critical to state that this appraisal is based solely on the provided image. Without physical examination, I cannot definitively verify authenticity (e.g., texture, printing quality under magnification), assess subtle condition issues not visible in the photo, or rule out the possibility of counterfeiting. Full authentication would require in-person examination by a qualified expert, and potentially provenance documentation, though for a modern card like this, authentication typically relies on detailed physical inspection.
Appraisal Value
$5-15