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    Azelf (Holo Rare) - Sun & Moon—Forbidden Light [43/131]

    English Pokémon TCG Azelf Holo Rare card from Forbidden Light set, 43/131, held in a hand showing some edge wear.
    Average (4/10)
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    QUICK FACTS

    18

    Categories

    Trading Cards,Memorabilia,Collectibles

    Era

    2010s

    Origin

    🇺🇸 United States

    Brand

    Pokémon

    Artist/Maker

    sui

    Rarity

    Average (4/10)

    Discovered

    Jan 22, 2026

    1 months ago

    DESCRIPTION

    The card features Azelf, the 'Willpower Pokémon,' portrayed with its distinctive blue body, twin tails, and fin-like appendages. The artwork by sui depicts Azelf against a vibrant background of swirling purple and orange hues, likely representing its domain or psychic energy. As a Basic Pokémon, it presents two attacks: 'Psychic Abduction' which shuffles an opponent's Benched Pokémon and attached cards into their deck under specific turn conditions, and 'Hypnoblast' which inflicts 10 damage and leaves the opponent's Active Pokémon Asleep. The card has 60 HP and a Psychic typing, with a weakness to Psychic attacks.

    CULTURAL ECHOES

    Where This Object Echoes

    Japanese MythologyTraditional to Modern

    Azelf, like its counterparts Uxie and Mesprit, draws inspiration from aspects of human consciousness and natural elements, often paralleled with spirits or deities representing specific mental attributes in Japanese folklore.

    Meaning Through Time

    Release of Diamond and Pearl (2006)

    Azelf was introduced as part of a trio of legendary Pokémon central to the lore of the Sinnoh region, representing willpower and balance.

    HISTORICAL STORY

    This Azelf card is from the Sun & Moon—Forbidden Light expansion, released in 2018. This set introduced various Pokémon from the Alola region, as well as a focus on Ultra Beasts, though Azelf itself is a Legendary Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation IV). Azelf is part of the 'Lake ...
    This Azelf card is from the Sun & Moon—Forbidden Light expansion, released in 2018. This set introduced various Pokémon from the Alola region, as well as a focus on Ultra Beasts, though Azelf itself is a Legendary Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation IV). Azelf is part of the 'Lake Guardians' trio, alongside Mesprit and Uxie, believed to be the creators of willpower. Its inclusion in Forbidden Light, while not a Gen VII Pokémon, reflects the set's broader integration of various Pokémon into the TCG meta during that era. The set also continued the theme of powerful Pokémon and strategic gameplay elements characteristic of the Sun & Moon series.

    DID YOU KNOW?

    1

    Azelf, along with Uxie and Mesprit, is one of the three 'Lake Guardians' of the Sinnoh region, representing willpower among the trio.

    2

    The flavor text on the bottom of the card notes, 'It is thought that Uxie, Mesprit, and Azelf all came from the same egg,' highlighting their legendary connection.

    MATERIAL & CONDITION

    Surface

    The card's surface appears glossy with clear printing. There is visible wear on the edges, particularly around the corners, suggesting it is a raw card that has been handled.

    Weight & Feel

    Typical of a standard Pokémon trading card, it has a lightweight, rigid feel, confirming it is made of coated cardstock.

    Condition

    The card shows light to moderate wear, particularly on the edges and corners, consistent with being played or handled without protective sleeves. Some minor surface scratching might be present but is not clearly visible in the provided image. The overall condition appears to be 'Played' to 'Lightly Played'.

    RARITY ANALYSIS

    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

    EXPERT ANALYSIS

    Trading Card Market Analyst

    Card Specialist

    High confidence is based on the clear visibility of key identifiers such as card name, set number, set symbol, and language. The card's appearance is consistent with standard Pokémon TCG releases.

    KEY EVIDENCE

    • 1Card name: Azelf, Basic Pokémon with 60 HP.
    • 2Edition and Rarity: Sun & Moon—Forbidden Light (43/131), indicated by the set symbol diamond, which is a common rarity for this card, but as a holo, it's a Holo Rare.
    • 3Language: English, clearly visible from the card text.
    • 4Artists: 'Illus. sui' is visible.
    • 5Weakness: Psychic (x2 weakness to Psychic attacks).

    WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

    • →Inspect the holo pattern under light to confirm the holographic variant.
    • →Examine the back of the card for damage, centering, and print quality.
    • →Check for any visible surface scratches or creases under direct light.

    ESTIMATED VALUE

    $1 - $5

    Updated: Feb 27, 2026

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    For informational purposes only, not a formal appraisal.

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