Lugia ex
Active Pokémon / Legendary Bird · Legendary / Johto Region
Nintendo / Pokémon TCG EX Unseen Forces #105/115
Year & Era
2005 - EX Series Era
Card Type
Pokémon-ex (Ultra Rare)
Grade
4-5 (VG-EX) estimated raw
Rarity
Ultra Rare; high-tier chase card of the EX era
Overall Assessment
A grail-tier card for Pokémon collectors that holds immense value despite visible wear.
Condition Grade
4-5 (VG-EX) estimated raw
Centering Assessment
Front: Approx 60/40 Top-Bottom and 55/45 Left-Right
Surface Condition
Visible scratches and silvering on the holo borders; possible micro-creasing visible through top loader
Corner Condition
Noticeable whitening and softening on all four corners; bottom-right corner shows significant wear
Edge Condition
Silvering and chipping along all edges, particularly prominent on the left and right sides
Print Quality
High color saturation; includes distinct holofoil borders typical of EX era Ultra Rares
Estimated Value
$400 - $650 (Raw/Low Grade); $2,000+ (PSA 9/10)
Comparison to Known Examples
Lower-than-average condition due to edge/corner wear; most well-preserved copies are graded 7 or higher
Authentication Tips
Check for the 'sparkle' pattern in the silver borders and font accuracy on 'Elemental Blast'
Grading Recommendation
PSA or CGC; worth grading even in mid-condition due to high base value
Red Flags
Commonly counterfeited; examine the font weight of '100 HP' and the shine of the silver borders
Provenance Notes
Originally pulled from EX Unseen Forces booster packs
Historical Context
One of the most iconic cards from the mid-2000s Nintendo era of the TCG
Market Trends
Consistently appreciating; Lugia is a top-tier mascot for collectors
Investment Potential
Excellent long-term hold; 'ex' era cards are seeing a significant price surge
Similar Cards
Ho-Oh ex (Unseen Forces), Rayquaza ex (EX Deoxys), Mew gold star
Display & Preservation
Keep in a perfect-fit sleeve inside a top loader or magnetic case to prevent further edge silvering
Interesting Facts
This card's 'Elemental Blast' was one of the first 200-damage attacks in the game