Avalugg XY Steam Siege 37/114

This is an original Pokémon Trading Card Game card featuring the character Avalugg from the XY Steam Siege set, released in 2016. The card is a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with 120 HP. It features artwork by Saya Tsuruta, depicting Avalugg in a glacial environment with its signature iceberg-like anatomy. Physically, the card presents the standard 2.5 by 3.5-inch dimensions typical of the hobby, constructed on layered cardstock with a yellow border. The card text includes the attacks 'Crunch' for 30 damage and 'Melting Floe.' Notable markings include the set symbol for Steam Siege (a gear and flame) in the lower-right corner, confirming its identity as card 37/114. Regarding condition, the card shows minor signs of handling including slight whitening on the bottom right edge and general surface wear consistent with an un-sleeved item. The centering appears slightly heavy toward the left margin. The printing quality is consistent with The Pokémon Company International's standards for the Sun & Moon/XY era, featuring clear typography and vibrant blues in the artwork window.

I have conducted a professional examination of the Pokémon card identified as Avalugg from the XY Steam Siege expansion (37/114). Based on the visual data provided, the card exhibits characteristics consistent with authentic printing standards used by The Pokémon Company in 2016, including correct typography, set iconography, and color saturation. However, its physical condition significantly impacts its market position. The noted whitening on the bottom right edge and general surface wear suggest a 'Lightly Played' (LP) to 'Moderately Played' (MP) grade. The left-heavy centering further detracts from its appeal to high-end collectors. From a market perspective, this is a non-holo 'uncommon' card from a heavily printed era. Current market comparables on platforms like TCGPlayer and eBay show high availability with low demand, as it is not a competitive staple or a rare holographic variant. Its value is primarily as a 'bulk' filler card for set completion. It is important to note that while the visual attributes suggest authenticity, a definitive verification cannot be performed without a physical inspection. An in-person examination would be required to verify core transparency (the 'light test'), surface texture, and the presence of the specific 'sandwich' layer of the cardstock. No provenance documentation is needed for a card of this rarity, but scientific testing of the ink rosettes would be the only way to 100% guarantee authenticity.