Oricorio (Baile Style) Rare Holo - Sword & Shield: Fusion Strike 042/264
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Era / Decade
2021 (Modern Era). Dated copyright 2021 at the bottom of the card, released as part of the Fusion Strike expansion.
Material
Standard Pokémon TCG card stock: layered paper cardstock with a holographic foil finish (Holofoil). High-quality printing with standard gloss coating.
Condition
Very Good to Excellent. The card appears clean with no major creases; however, the centering looks slightly off-top to bottom, and there is visible surface wear or light scratches on the holographic image. Standard handling wear is evident on the edges.
Demand Level
Low to Moderate. While it has utility in the Fusion Strike deck archetype, it is a very common 'bulk rare' with high print volume. Demand is currently steady but low-value.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$0.25 - $1.00 (Low: $0.10 for bulk, Mid: $0.40 for raw player condition, High: $1.00 if Near Mint to a specific collector).
Estimated Retail Value
$4.00 - $5.00 (Price of a sealed Fusion Strike booster pack containing one rare).
Comparable Sales
Recent TCGPlayer sales show Near Mint copies selling for $0.20 to $0.45 plus shipping. eBay 'Sold' listings show lots of 10-20 holographic rares including this card selling for $5.00-$8.00.
Description
Authentic Pokémon Trading Card Game card featuring Oricorio (Baile Style) from the Sword & Shield: Fusion Strike expansion. This is a Holofoil Rare, card number 042/264. It features the 'Lesson in Zeal' Ability and the 'Glistening Droplets' attack. Illustrated by Oswaldo KATO, this card is standard legal and essential for Fusion Strike archetype decks.
Key Features
Holographic foil finish; Fusion Strike synergy; Popular deck-building utility card; Baile Style artwork; Rarity star indicated in the bottom left corner.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct font, spelling, and symbols (Fire, Colorless, Energy). Appropriate Holofoil pattern (vertical lines typical of SWSH era). Proper copyright information and expansion set icon (Fusion Strike logo). High confidence in authenticity.
Flaws to Note
Visible surface scratching on the foil art box; slight edge wear ('whitening') potentially on the back corners; centering is not perfect (slightly shifted downwards).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
TCGPlayer (best for specialized card sales), eBay (best for bundles), or Mercari. Locally, it is best sold as part of a lot or trade-in at a local game store (LGS).
Selling Tips
Do not sell this individually as shipping will cost more than the card is worth. Bundle it with other Fusion Strike cards or Fire-type Pokémon to create a 'lot.' Mention 'Fusion Strike' and 'Holofoil' in the title. Use a penny sleeve and top-loader for shipping.