Entei (Radiant Collection) Holofoil

Name: Entei (Radiant Collection) Holofoil
Brand: adeboer
Availability: LimitedAvailability

English Pokémon TCG Entei holofoil card from the Radiant Collection, showing full art illustration. - view 1

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Estimated value

$10 - $40

Rarity

Uncommon(5/10)

COLLECTOR'S BREAKDOWN: ENTEI (RADIANT COLLECTION) HOLOFOIL

This is a full art holofoil Pokémon Trading Card featuring the Legendary Pokémon Entei. The card showcases dynamic artwork of Entei against a fiery, mountainous backdrop, with the characteristic holo pattern visible across the illustration and text box areas. The card displays a 'Basic' type with 130 HP, the 'Pressure' ability, and the 'Blaze Ball' attack. The text is in English, indicating it's from an international release.

CULTURAL CARD LORE

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese MythologyAncient times to present

Entei's design and backstory are reminiscent of volcanic guardian or protective spirits, often depicted as powerful, lion-like creatures in Japanese folklore.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•The ritual of 'deck building' and strategizing in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, where powerful Legendary Pokémon like Entei are coveted for their in-game abilities and status as 'boss monsters'.

Meaning Through Time

1990s-early 2000s

Entei was initially perceived purely as a rare and powerful creature within the Pokémon video games and anime.

2010s-present

With the rise of card collecting, Entei cards, especially those with unique art or rarity, gained value as collector's items beyond their in-game utility.

CARD HISTORY & PRINT RUNS

The Entei card from the Radiant Collection (bound within the Legendary Treasures set) was part of a unique sub-set known for its full-art, highly stylized Pokémon cards featuring a distinctive holofoil pattern. This particular style aimed to appeal to collectors who appreciated artistic presentation over competitive play, though Entei has historically been a popular Pokémon due to its status as one of the Legendary Beasts of Johto, making this card desirable for character collectors as well.

COLLECTOR INTEL

Entei is one of the three Legendary beasts (alongside Raikou and Suicune) revived by Ho-Oh after the burning of the Brass Tower in Ecruteak City.

The distinctive holofoil pattern on Radiant Collection cards such as this Entei card is often referred to as 'watermark' or 'cosmic' foil due to its unique appearance.

HOW SCARCE IS IT?

Uncommon70-80%

CommonLegendary

Genuine antiques with fewer examples on the market. Named makers, documented provenance, or early production examples.

Typical Characteristics

Limited production
Named makers
Growing collector demand

Confidence Factors

Common card with no known high-value counterfeits.
Visual characteristics, such as font and layout, align with genuine Pokémon cards.
Holofoil effect appears consistent with the specified set.

How does authenticity detection work?

GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

The card type, character, and visual characteristics are clearly identifiable from the provided images, allowing for a confident identification of the card and its set association.

KEY EVIDENCE

1Card name 'Entei' clearly visible at the top.
2130 HP and 'Basic' type visible.
3Holofoil pattern covers the entire card, indicative of a full art card.
4Ability 'Pressure' and attack 'Blaze Ball' are visible.
5Set symbol and card number (RC7/RC32) indicate it's from the Radiant Collection of Legendary Treasures (English).
6Card text is in English.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

→Examine the card's back for any signs of whitening on the edges and corners.
→Inspect the surface under angled light to detect any minor scratches or indentations on the holofoil.
→Measure centering on the front and back to assess its grading potential.
→Verify the set symbol for 'RC' (Radiant Collection) to confirm the specific sub-set.

CONDITION & GRADE

Condition

Visually, the card appears to be in relatively good condition with no immediate signs of creasing or significant surface abrasions. However, minor edge wear or corner whitening common with raw cards may be present but is not clearly discernible from the provided image quality.

Surface

The card features a glossy, iridescent holofoil surface that covers the entire card face, indicating it is a full art variant. The texture appears smooth with visible light reflection from the holofoil pattern.