Bloodmoon Ursaluna (Japanese) - Terastal Festival ex (sv8a) 085/187

This is a Japanese-language Pokémon Trading Card featuring the character Bloodmoon Ursaluna (Gachiguma Akatsuki). The card is a Fighting-type Basic Pokémon with 150 HP, identified by the set code 'sv8a' and numbering 085/187 from the 'Terastal Festival ex' set released in 2024. The artwork, illustrated by Souichirou Gunjima, depicts the bear-like creature in a dynamic, aggressive pose with large claws and a red lunar motif in the background. Construction is high-quality cardstock typical of the modern Pokémon TCG era, appearing to be a standard non-holo or reverse-holo variety as indicated by the silver/grey borders. Key text includes the 'Experienced' (Keikenzoku) Ability and the 'Mad Bite' attack. Regarding condition, the card is currently housed in a clear protective sleeve. From a visual inspection, the centering appears relatively balanced, though there is a minor silvering/white speck visible on the top right corner and some slight edge wear consistent with a recently handled card. The copyright markings at the bottom confirm its 2024 production by Nintendo/Creatures/GAME FREAK.

I have conducted a visual examination of the Bloodmoon Ursaluna (085/187) from the Japanese SV8a 'Terastal Festival ex' set. Based on the 2024 production markings and the specific holofoil patterns and font kerning typical of the Scarlet & Violet era, the card appears authentic. The centering is within acceptable margins, though as noted, minor silvering on the top right edge and corner wear suggest a grade of Near Mint (NM) rather than Gem Mint. This specific version is a standard 'Double Rare' (RR) or common print within the set, rather than the more coveted Special Art Rare (SAR) or Gold (UR) variants. The current market for Japanese Pokemon cards is highly liquid, but value is heavily dictated by rarity tiers. This card serves as a 'bulk' ex card, primarily valued by players for its 'Mad Bite' attack and 'Experienced' ability in the competitive meta, rather than by high-end collectors. Comparable sales on Japanese secondary markets (such as Mercari Japan) and international platforms (eBay) consistently place this card in the low single-digit dollar range. Critically, a visual inspection via digital image has limitations. I cannot verify the surface texture, card weight, or the 'light test' transparency which are essential to rule out sophisticated high-quality proxies. A full authentication would require a 10x loupe inspection of the rosette printing pattern and physical handling to confirm paper stock density. For insurance or high-value transition, professional grading by PSA or ARS is recommended, though the current market value of this specific card may not justify the grading fees.