The Espathra Holo card (081/182) from the 2023 Pokémon Paradox Rift set features a distinctive holo finish and the Stance ability for strategic TCG play.
2023 • Pokémon • Paradox Rift
Near Mint (NM)
081/182
Rare
New
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| Condition | Value | Comps | Source | Price Date |
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| Raw / Ungraded | $1.29Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $1.19 to $1.29 across 4 capture days. Change between Aug 19, 2026 and Sep 12, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | 25 | Asking prices Based on eBay Active Listings | Source observation date unavailable |
| BGS 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $46.00Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $46.00 to $46.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 5, 2026 and Sep 12, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
| CGC 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $21.00Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $21.00 to $21.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 5, 2026 and Sep 12, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
| PSA 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $35.00Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $35.00 to $35.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 5, 2026 and Sep 12, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
| SGC 10Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $21.00Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $21.00 to $21.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 5, 2026 and Sep 12, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
| Grade 9 guide (generic)Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $8.01Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $8.01 to $8.01 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 5, 2026 and Sep 12, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
| Grade 9.5 guide (generic)Guide grade mapping; not verified grader-specific sales | $9.00Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $9.00 to $9.00 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 5, 2026 and Sep 12, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | Unknown | Guide estimate Based on Aggregated Price Guide | Source observation date unavailable |
The Espathra Holo card, designated as number 081 out of 182, is a key component of the 2023 Pokémon Paradox Rift expansion. Illustrated by Teeziro and bearing the SV4 set code, this Stage 1 Psychic-type Pokémon evolves from Flittle and brings distinct strategic value to the table. With 120 HP and a modest retreat cost of 1, Espathra is designed to anchor decks that prioritize protection and burst damage. Its signature Ability, Stance, offers a powerful defensive utility by preventing all damage and attack effects from the opponent until the end of their next turn, provided it is played from the hand to evolve a Pokémon during your turn. This mechanic allows collectors and players to build resilient strategies that can weather heavy attacks while setting up for the next turn. Offensively, Espathra utilizes the Psychic Glittering Eyes attack, dealing 70+ damage that increases by an additional 70 if Tulip is in the discard pile, rewarding resource management and discard pile synergy. The holo treatment adds a premium visual appeal to this rare card, making it a sought-after addition for those completing the Paradox Rift set. Whether you are building competitive decks or simply collecting the diverse roster of the SV4 series, this Espathra card represents a fascinating blend of defensive resilience and conditional offensive power. Its design and abilities reflect the creative depth of the Pokémon TCG, appealing to fans who appreciate both aesthetic variety and mechanical innovation in their collections.
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The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
The core identity of the card within the set.
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Espathra
Game
Pokémon
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Rare
Teeziro
Card Stock
English
Holo
120
Psychic
Stage 1
Flittle
Darkness ×2
Fighting -30
1
956
G
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
Ability: Stance
When you play this Pokémon from your hand to evolve 1 of your Pokémon during your turn, you may prevent all damage from and effects of attacks from your opponent's Pokémon done to this Pokémon until the end of your opponent's next turn.
Attack: Glittering Eyes (70+)
If Tulip is in your discard pile, this attack does 70 more damage.
It emits psychic power from the gaps between its multicolored frills and sprints at speeds greater than 120 mph.
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As a 2023 Paradox Rift Rare, Espathra sits in a low-tier price bracket driven by high supply and minimal collector demand rather than competitive viability. The absence of special attributes like foil treatments or first edition status means it trades strictly on availability rather than scarcity premiums. Current market positioning indicates a saturated supply where active listings easily outpace buyer interest, resulting in negligible value retention.
The card is classified as a standard Rare within the Paradox Rift set mechanics, which typically involves common distribution patterns rather than restricted print runs. This tier implies that the card was included in a significant portion of base packs, leading to abundant raw copies available on the secondary market. Without variant finishes or alternate arts to constrain supply, the rarity tier offers no inherent scarcity buffer against market flooding.
Investment potential is limited due to the card's recent release date and lack of nostalgic appeal from older, more established sets. Meta rotation risks are low simply because the card never achieved significant competitive traction to drive organic demand, making it largely immune to sudden crashes but also lacking upside. Sealed product availability remains high for this era, further diluting individual card value and suggesting this asset serves better as a filler for completionists than a speculative hold.
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