Market outlook
Rising Outlook 7/10
Rising trend due to growing collector interest in Pokémon Legends: Arceus characters, limited supply in high grades, and the card's visual appeal. The Indonesian set's regional nature adds exclusivity, driving up demand among international collectors [2][5][6].
Next months. Next 3–6 months: Prices likely to rise 10–20% for graded copies due to seasonal collector demand and limited supply in high grades.
Long term. 1–3 years: Strong potential for 30–50% appreciation, especially for graded 9+ and graded 9.5+ copies, as the card becomes a staple in Pokémon Legends: Arceus collector sets.
History
Irida (Japanese: Kai) is a Supporter character from the Pokémon Legends: Arceus game, depicted as a member of the Ancient Kings clan who resides in the Obsidian Field Region. She is a central figure in the game's story, known for her deep connection to Water-type Pokémon and her role in helping the player restore the Nintendo Pokémon world. Her character embodies themes of nature, balance, and tribal heritage, and she is a key ally in the game's quest to confront Arceus [2][3].
This Irida Full Art Secret Rare (#099/073) from the Indonesian Star Birth set was first released in 2022 as part of the Pokémon TCG Sword & Shield: Astral Radiance expansion. The Indonesian Star Birth set is a regional reprint of the VSTAR Universe expansion, which itself is a reimagining of Astral Radiance, making this card a 2022 regional variant of the original full art Irida from the Japanese Astral Radiance set [1][2][3].
- The card features Full Art Secret Rare rarity with a variant Full Art design, making it one of the most visually striking Trainer cards in the set [2].
- Irida's card text allows players to search their deck for a Water Pokémon and an Item card, revealing them and putting them into hand, then shuffling the deck, a powerful effect for Water Energy-focused decks [2][7].
- The Indonesian version is a regional reprint of the VSTAR Universe set, which itself is a reimagining of Astral Radiance, and the card is numbered #099/073, indicating its Secret Rare status in the set [1][2][8].
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Secret Rare
- Print run
- Low
- First printed in
- Sword & Shield: Astral Radiance (original Japanese set), with the Indonesian Star Birth set as a regional reprint of VSTAR Universe [2][3][8]
- Demand
- High
- Supply
- Scarce
- Full Art Secret Rare rarity with a unique variant design, making it one of the most sought-after Trainer cards in the set
- Low print run in the Indonesian Star Birth set, which is a regional reprint of VSTAR Universe
- High demand for Irida due to her prominence in Pokémon Legends: Arceus and Water Energy-focused deck strategies
Collector notes
Condition. Key flaws to check include centering (especially critical for Secret Rares), corners (sharpness and lack of whitening), edges (no splitting or fraying), and surface (no scratches, fingerprints, or print lines). The glossy foil background and vibrant water-themed artwork by kirisAki are prone to micro-scratches and light reflection damage [2][5].
Storage. Store in a rigid, non-PVC top loader with a matte sleeve to prevent micro-scratches on the foil. Keep in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight to avoid fading. Use a collector's box with silica gel to control humidity and prevent card warping [2][5].
Authenticity. Fakes often have duller or misaligned foil, incorrect card text font, or poor print quality. Authentic copies feature vibrant holographic water waves and rainbow foil background. Verify the card number (#099/073) and set name (Star Birth) on the bottom. graded, graded, or graded grading can confirm authenticity, and compare with known genuine examples from the original Astral Radiance set [2][5].
Sources: game8.co, misprint.com, bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net, sportscardinvestor.com, pricecharting.com
