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Hoopa - VMAX Climax (Rare) [s8b-108/184]

Japanese Hoopa Pokémon card from the VMAX Climax set, held in a hand against a green background. - view 1
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Estimated value

$1 - $5

Rarity

Common(2/10)

Category

Trading Cards

Brand

Pokémon

Era

2021

Origin

🇯🇵 Japan

Artist / Creator

Souichirou Gunjima

Authenticity

Very High(95%)
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HOOPA - VMAX CLIMAX (RARE) [S8B-108/184]: IDENTIFICATION

Japanese language Pokémon trading card featuring the character Hoopa in its Unbound form. The card is printed on standard cardstock with a vertical holographic foil finish covering the entire surface, characteristic of the 'Rare' tier in the VMAX Climax high-class set. It features the 'Assault Gate' attack and illustrates Hoopa utilizing its signature rings to manifest limbs through hyperspace portals. The artwork is credited to Souichirou Gunjima.

Compare with other trading cards in the archive: Cavallone Tropicale (Tropical Tidal Wave) - Italian 2006 World Championships Promo #36, Vegeta - Dramatic Art (Ultra God Mission 5) [UGM5-020 DA], Magikarp - Pokémon Card 151 (Special Art Rare) [080/165].

CROSS-CULTURAL PARALLELS

Where This Object Echoes

Chinese Mythology16th Century (Ming Dynasty literature)

Hoopa Unbound's six arms and floating rings parallel the iconography of Nezha, a protective deity often depicted with the Universe Ring.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

  • •Competitive TCG play: This card was frequently utilized in 'tool box' decks for its zero-cost retreat and high efficiency 'Assault Gate' attack.

Meaning Through Time

2021-2022

In the TCG market, s8b cards represented the shift toward high-luxury reprint sets with guaranteed holographic pulls per pack.

SET RELEASE & PRINT RUN

Released on December 3, 2021, in Japan as part of the s8b VMAX Climax High Class Pack expansion. This set was designed as a year-end reprint collection for the Sword & Shield era, introducing the 'Character Rare' subset. This specific card, numbered 108 of 184, was a staple for 'Dark Box' ...
Released on December 3, 2021, in Japan as part of the s8b VMAX Climax High Class Pack expansion. This set was designed as a year-end reprint collection for the Sword & Shield era, introducing the 'Character Rare' subset. This specific card, numbered 108 of 184, was a staple for 'Dark Box' archetypes in the 2021-2022 competitive TCG meta due to its low energy cost and high mobility via the Assault Gate ability.

SCARCITY

Common20-40%
CommonLegendary

Older mass-produced items still widely available. Easy to find on eBay, antique malls, and estate sales in large quantities.

Rarity 2/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 223 trading cards items at rarity 2 or higher.

Typical Characteristics

  • Mass produced historically
  • High survival rate
  • Readily available everywhere

GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

High confidence due to clear visibility of set identifiers, artist credit, and card number which allow for exact catalog matching.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

  • →Place in a penny sleeve and top-loader immediately to preserve the 'Mint' status

CONDITION & GRADE

PSA 9-10

Grading breakdown

Strong centering on the left/right axis; top/bottom centering is roughly 60/40. No visible whitening on the front edges or corners.

Condition

The card appears in excellent raw condition consistent with the user's 'Mint' description. Centering looks slightly heavy toward the top border, but corners are sharp and the surface shows no visible scratching in the provided lighting.

TRADING CARD MARKET VALUE

$1 - $5

Updated: Aug 8, 2026

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YOUR INPUT VS. SCAN

How your provided context compares with Curiosa.com scanner findings.

What Aligned

  • User stated 'Mint' - visual evidence shows sharp corners and lack of surface wear consistent with a Gem Mint or Mint grade.

FROM THE CABINET OF

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