Roaring moon ex – Paradox Rift (#262)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Roaring moon ex (#262) is a Hyper Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Paradox Rift released in 2023. It showcases artwork by takuyoa and the Frenzied Gouging attack, Knock Out your opponent's Active Pokémon. If your opponent's Active Pokémon is Knocked Out in this way, this Pokémon does 200 damage to itself.. TCGplayer market price sits around $5.71, Cardmarket average sale is €6.61, Floor listings start near €4.00. Market price has increased 4.6% versus the 30-day average.
- TCGplayer market price: $5.71
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.51
- 30-day Cardmarket average: €6.32
- Recent low listing: €4.00
- Market price has increased 4.6% versus the 30-day average.
- PSA 9 average: $51 across 5 sales
Card Details
- Set
- Paradox Rift
- Card Number
- 262
- Rarity
- ✨ Hyper Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 takuyoa
- HP
- 230
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Frenzied Gouging
[Darkness, Darkness, Colorless]
Knock Out your opponent's Active Pokémon. If your opponent's Active Pokémon is Knocked Out in this way, this Pokémon does 200 damage to itself. -
Calamity Storm
[Darkness, Darkness, Colorless]
— 100+
You may discard a Stadium in play. If you do, this attack does 120 more damage.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Roaring moon ex from Paradox Rift (Hyper Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator takuyoa.
Market Trends: Market price has increased 4.6% versus the 30-day average.
Grading Potential: Professional grading can significantly increase value - PSA 9 copies command an average of $51 based on 5 verified sales.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Roaring moon ex 262 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Roaring moon ex's Frenzied Gouging for Darkness + Darkness + Colorless energy. Special effect: Knock Out your opponent's Active Pokémon. If your opponent's Active Pokémon is Knocked Out in this w...
Stats Overview: 230 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Grass ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paradox Rift #262 ← Current | 230 | 2 attacks | Hyper Rare | $5.71 |
�📦 Paradox Rift Set Context
This Roaring moon ex is part of the Paradox Rift expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by takuyoa, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Roaring moon ex card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
📈 Grading Performance: PSA 9 copies of this Roaring moon ex average $51 based on 5 verified sales. That's a 788% premium over raw card prices!
Collector Notes
- Hyper Rare cards from Paradox Rift are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- High-grade slabs matter: PSA 9 copies are averaging around $51, making condition upgrades impactful.
- The illustration by takuyoa resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
💰 Market Pricing
🏆 Graded Cards (PSA)
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Roaring moon ex 262 was released in 2023 in the Paradox Rift expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by takuyoa. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Paradox Rift is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Roaring moon ex with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Roaring moon ex card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Roaring moon ex works best in Darkness type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.