Sliggoo (Holo) - XY Furious Fists [59/111]

Name: Sliggoo (Holo) - XY Furious Fists [59/111]
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Holographic Pokémon trading card featuring Sliggoo from the XY Furious Fists set, with artwork depicting Sliggoo in a watery setting.

Estimated value

$1 - $5

Rarity

Average(4/10)

COLLECTOR'S BREAKDOWN: SLIGGOO (HOLO) - XY FURIOUS FISTS [59/111]

This is a holographic Pokémon trading card featuring Sliggoo, number 59/111 from the XY Furious Fists expansion set. The artwork by Midori Harada depicts Sliggoo, a Dragon-type Pokémon, in a water-like environment, showcasing its docile slug-like form with a soft purple and white color palette. The card text indicates it is a Stage 1 Pokémon with 70 HP, featuring the attacks 'Bubble' and 'Melt', and has a weakness to Fairy-type Pokémon.

CULTURAL CARD LORE

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese MythologyAncient to modern

Sliggoo's design, evolving from a snail-like creature, subtly references the adaptability and protective aspects often attributed to creatures that carry their homes, or creatures that are soft but surprisingly resilient, found in various folkloric traditions.

CARD HISTORY & PRINT RUNS

The XY Furious Fists expansion was released in August 2014, making it part of the sixth generation of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This set is notable for introducing several new mechanics and focusing on Fighting-type Pokémon, although Sliggoo is a Dragon-type. Sliggoo itself, Pokémon #705, was first introduced in the Pokémon X and Y video games, representing a stage in the evolution line of the popular pseudo-legendary Goodra.

COLLECTOR INTEL

Sliggoo is based on slugs and snails, specifically being considered a 'shell-less snail' or a 'slug Pokémon,' a unique design choice for a Dragon-type.

Despite its goo-like appearance, Sliggoo's 'shell' is actually a sensory organ used to detect air movements.

HOW SCARCE IS IT?

Average55-70%

CommonLegendary

Typical antique shop fare. Requires some searching but regularly available. This is where most genuine antiques fall.

Typical Characteristics

Standard antique shop items
Regularly available
Moderate collector interest

Confidence Factors

Common card with low market value, not a typical target for high-quality counterfeiting.
Visible set code and numbering appear consistent with authentic cards.
Pokémon cards are generally easy to verify through established visual cues and material feel.

How does authenticity detection work?

GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

The detailed visual information, including the Pokémon name, set number, holographic designation, and artist credit, allows for a confident identification of this card.

KEY EVIDENCE

1The card clearly depicts 'Sliggoo' as the Pokémon.
2The bottom right corner indicates the set numbering '59/111' which corresponds to the XY Furious Fists set.
3The holographic pattern in the art box indicates a 'Holo' rarity variant.
4The 'HP 70' and 'STAGE 1' indicators are visible, along with its attacks and weakness.
5The artist credit 'Midori Harada' is visible at the bottom.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

→Examine the back of the card for centering and edge wear.
→Inspect the holographic surface under angled light for any scratching or indentations.
→Check for any subtle print errors or variations that could indicate a counterfeit, though unlikely for a card of this value.

CONDITION & GRADE

Condition

The card appears to be in played to near mint condition. Based on the visible image, there might be slight wear on the edges and corners, but nothing overly significant. The holographic surface seems mostly intact. Further inspection would be needed to identify any scratches or indentations on the surface.

Surface

The card exhibits a holographic foil pattern within the illustration window, characteristic of 'Holo' or 'Reverse Holo' rarity in the Pokémon TCG. The print appears glossy, and the primary image is reflective, suggesting a standard holofoil finish. Minor surface wear is visible.