Pokemon TCG Goodra Trading Card

This item is a 'Goodra' Stage 2 Pokemon trading card, displaying an HP of 150 and featuring the attack 'Spiral Drain' which deals 100 damage and heals 40 damage from this Pokemon. The card's artwork depicts Goodra, a dragon-type Pokémon, in a vibrant, artistic style with hues of purple, white, green, and yellow, set against a watercolor-like background. The card has a 'full art' appearance, where the illustration extends further down the card than standard designs, overlying portions of the attack description area. The card's border suggests a holographic or 'reverse holo' finish, showcasing a sparkling or iridescent effect. Below the illustration, the card includes details such as 'Weakness' (Dragon type), 'Resistance' (None), and a 'Retreat Cost' of three energy symbols. The bottom section also contains flavor text about Goodra's characteristics. The card appears to be in excellent condition with no visible creases, tears, or significant edge wear, indicative of careful handling or storage. The specific set it belongs to is not immediately clear from the image, but the overall design aligns with modern Pokemon TCG releases. The quality of printing is high, with sharp text and vivid colors, common for officially licensed trading cards. The card's identification number and details like 'HT: 6'7'' WT: 331.8 lbs' are partially visible at the very bottom, confirming its identity as No. 706 Dragon Pokemon.

Upon visual examination of the provided image, I assess this 'Goodra' Stage 2 Pokemon trading card to be in excellent condition. There are no visible creases, tears, or significant edge wear, and the surface appears free from scratches. The full art design, vibrant colors, and holographic/reverse holo finish are well-preserved, suggesting careful handling or storage. Authenticity, based solely on the image, appears high due to sharp text, vivid colors, and characteristic design elements consistent with official modern Pokemon TCG releases. However, I must stress that a definitive authenticity verification cannot be made from an image alone. Market conditions for modern full art Pokemon cards, especially popular Pokémon, are generally strong. While Goodra is not among the most sought-after 'chase' Pokémon, its full art presentation adds a premium over standard versions. Comparable sales for well-preserved, full art Stage 2 Pokémon from recent sets typically fall within the $20-$50 range, depending on rarity and specific card appeal. Demand for full art cards remains consistent among collectors. Factors impacting value positively include the excellent condition and full art design. The primary limitation in this appraisal is the lack of physical inspection, which would allow for detailed examination of surface integrity, corner crispness, and true holographic effect. In-person examination would be required to rule out any subtle print defects or surface alterations that are not visible in the image. Provenance documentation, while helpful for older or significantly rarer cards, is less critical for modern standard-rarity full art cards of this type.