Absol – Mega Evolution (#86/132)

Absol Pokémon card — Mega Evolution #86, Double Rare
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Mega Evolution expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Absol (#86/132) is a Double Rare card from Mega Evolution - Mega Evolution released in 2025. It features the Terminal Period attack, If your opponent's Active Pokémon has exactly 6 damage counters on it, that Pokémon is Knocked Out..

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Card Details

Set
Mega Evolution
Card Number
86/132
Rarity
✨ Double Rare
HP
280
Type
🌙 Darkness

Attacks & Strategy

  • Terminal Period [Darkness, Colorless]
    If your opponent's Active Pokémon has exactly 6 damage counters on it, that Pokémon is Knocked Out.
  • Claw of Darkness [Darkness, Darkness, Colorless] — 200
    Your opponent reveals their hand, and you discard a card you find there.
    💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (66.7 per energy).

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Absol from Mega Evolution (Double Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2025, this card showcases quality artwork.

Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.

Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.

⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability

This Absol 86/132 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Absol's Terminal Period for Darkness + Colorless energy. Special effect: If your opponent's Active Pokémon has exactly 6 damage counters on it, that Pokémon is Knocked Out.

Stats Overview: 280 HP • Darkness Type

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
Mega Evolution #86 ← Current 280 2 attacks Double Rare N/A

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�📦 Mega Evolution Set Context

This Absol is part of the Mega Evolution expansion , released as part of the Mega Evolution series in 2025.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Absol card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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

Collector Notes

  • Double Rare cards from Mega Evolution are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Absol 86/132 was released in 2025 in the Mega Evolution expansion. This set is part of the Mega Evolution series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Set Popularity: Mega Evolution 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 Absol 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 Absol card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Darkness energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Absol works best in Darkness type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.

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