Kirlia - BREAKthrough (Uncommon) [63/162]

Name: Kirlia - BREAKthrough (Uncommon) [63/162]
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: InStock

Kirlia Pokémon TCG card from the BREAKthrough expansion, an Uncommon Psychic-type card, English language.

Estimated value

Up to $2

Rarity

Ordinary(3/10)

COLLECTOR'S BREAKDOWN: KIRLIA - BREAKTHROUGH (UNCOMMON) [63/162]

This is an English language Pokémon Trading Card Game card featuring Kirlia, a Psychic-type Stage 1 Pokémon. The artwork depicts Kirlia surrounded by abstract, geometric patterns in shades of purple and blue, giving a sense of its psychic energy. The card details its 'Beckon' ability and 'Quick Turn' attack.

CULTURAL CARD LORE

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese Mythology/FolkloreModern Japanese culture influenced by traditional themes

Kirlia's evolutionary line, particularly Gardevoir, is often associated with concepts of guardianship and empathy, drawing parallels to spiritual guardians or benevolent spirits in folklore.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•Collecting, trading, and battling with Pokémon cards are common social rituals among enthusiasts, forming communities and shared experiences.
•Card grading and preservation, where collectors protect and sometimes encapsulate valuable cards to ritualize their scarcity and aesthetic appeal.

Meaning Through Time

Early 2000s (Initial craze)

A popular children's game and collectible item, emphasizing play and social interaction.

2010s-Present (Resurgence and market maturity)

Recognized as a legitimate collectible asset class, with significant market value for rare and graded cards, attracting adult collectors and investors.

CARD HISTORY & PRINT RUNS

The Pokémon TCG: BREAKthrough expansion was released in November 2015, introducing new game mechanics called 'BREAK Evolution' to the series. This set is part of the XY series era, which saw the introduction of Fairy-type Pokémon and continued the trend of powerful EX and Mega Evolution cards. Kirlia, as a Stage 1 evolution of Ralts and precursor to Gardevoir or Gallade, plays a role in various evolutionary lines relevant to the competitive scene and collector interest of that period.

COLLECTOR INTEL

Kirlia's design is believed to be inspired by ballerinas, given its elegant posture and flowing skirt-like features, which aligns with its graceful movements and psychic abilities in the Pokémon lore.

Kirlia evolves from Ralts and can evolve into either Gardevoir or Gallade, making it a key evolutionary branching point and a visually distinct Pokémon in its own right.

HOW SCARCE IS IT?

Ordinary40-55%

CommonLegendary

Standard antiques commonly found at estate sales and flea markets. Plentiful supply meets modest demand.

Typical Characteristics

Moderate production runs
Common at estate sales
Entry-level collectibles

Confidence Factors

Common card with no significant financial value, making counterfeiting unlikely.
Standard print quality and design consistent with genuine Pokémon TCG cards.

How does authenticity detection work?

GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

The visible set number, character name, HP, and set-specific art style provide strong evidence for accurate identification of the card. The language and rarity are also clearly discernible.

KEY EVIDENCE

1Card features 'Kirlia' as the character, 'STAGE 1' evolution, and 'HP 80'.
2Set code '63/162' visible at the bottom right, identifying it as from the BREAKthrough expansion.
3Rarity symbol (circle) at the bottom right corner indicates it is an Uncommon card.
4The copyright details clearly state 'NO. 281 Embrace Pokémon HT: 2'07" WT:44.5 lbs.' and artist 'Sanosuke Sakuma'.
5The card is in English language.
6The overall design and layout are consistent with official Pokémon TCG releases.

UNCERTAINTIES

•The image quality of the edges and corners is not high enough to precisely determine the presence and extent of whitening or wear.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

→Provide clear, high-resolution images of the front and back of the card outside of any sleeve or top-loader.
→Submit the card for professional grading by a reputable service (e.g., PSA, Beckett, CGC) for an accurate condition assessment and authentication.

CONDITION & GRADE

Condition

Based on the visible edges and corners, the card appears to be in played or lightly played condition. Some whitening might be present on the edges and corners, which would impact its overall grade.

Surface

The card exhibits a standard glossy finish typical of Pokémon TCG cards from the XY era. The surface appears relatively smooth, though minor wear on the edges and corners is indicated by the image.