Ninetales, Obsidian Flames 199/197, ultra-rare

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Ninetales

Obsidian Flames 199/197 • ultra-rare

Set: Obsidian Flames
Number: 199/197
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Released: 2023
Energy type: fire energy
Finish: Full art
Market price: $41.35
Artist: SIE NANAHARA

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Market

What it's worth

$41.35market price via TCGplayer · Aug 30, 2026$36.83 – $52.36 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This card is a standout entry from the Obsidian Flames set, prized by collectors for its Illustration Rare status which features an artistic, immersive take on the classic Fire-type Pokémon. Its inclusion as a secret rare with a number exceeding the set's base count makes it a distinct, sought-after find for those who appreciate detailed, unique visual storytelling in card design.

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Card face

What it does

120 HPStage 1

Cost: fire energyWill-O-Wisp20

Cost: fire energy fire energyNine-Tailed Dance

Put 9 damage counters on 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. During your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack.

Weaknesswater energy×2Retreatcolorless energy

Very smart and very vengeful. Grabbing one of its many tails could result in a 1,000-year curse.

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Provenance

Where it came from

Released in 2023 as part of the Scarlet & Violet—Obsidian Flames expansion, this Illustration Rare version of Ninetales celebrates the long-standing legacy of a classic Pokémon originally introduced in the first generation. The expansion focused heavily on Tera Pokémon, but this specific card stands out by opting for an artistic interpretation of the character rather than the set's primary mechanical gimmick.

The artwork was illustrated by Sanosuke Sakuma, who utilized a delicate, painterly aesthetic to capture Ninetales in a serene, natural setting. By depicting the fire-type Pokémon resting amidst a lush, floral landscape, the illustration moves away from the typical action-oriented poses found in modern sets, receiving praise from collectors for its tranquil composition and vibrant use of light.

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