Quaquaval ex, Paldea Evolved 260/193, ultra-rare

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Quaquaval ex

Paldea Evolved 260/193 • ultra-rare

Set: Paldea Evolved
Number: 260/193
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
Released: 2023
Energy type: water energy
Finish: Full art
Market price: $14.43
Artist: Souichirou Gunjima

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Market

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$14.43market price via TCGplayer · Aug 30, 2026$13.61 – $16.16 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a Special Illustration Rare from the Paldea Evolved set, this card is highly sought after for its dynamic, full-art depiction of Quaquaval, which emphasizes the Pokémon's unique dance-inspired movements. Its status as an ultra-rare holographic card makes it a centerpiece for collectors who value both competitive viability and the distinct artistic style introduced in the Scarlet and Violet era.

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Card face

What it does

320 HPStage 2ex

Cost: water energyExciting Dance60

Switch this Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. If you do, switch out your opponent's Active Pokémon to the Bench. (Your opponent chooses the new Active Pokémon.)

Cost: water energy colorless energySpiral Shot230

Put 2 Energy attached to this Pokémon into your hand.

Weaknesslightning energy×2Retreatcolorless energy colorless energy

Pokémon ex rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Quaquaval ex card, specifically the Special Illustration Rare numbered 260/193, was released as part of the Scarlet & Violet—Paldea Evolved expansion in June 2023. This card features the final evolution of the Water-type starter Pokémon from the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet video games. The design was crafted to highlight the dancer-inspired aesthetic of the Pokémon, utilizing a vibrant, expressive art style that distinguishes the Special Illustration Rare tier within the set.

The artwork for this card was commissioned from an illustrator tasked with capturing the flamboyant, rhythmic movements characteristic of Quaquaval. Within the hobby, the Special Illustration Rare cards are highly regarded for their immersive, full-art scenes that go beyond traditional game-focused imagery. Upon its release, the card was well-received by collectors who prioritize the narrative and artistic depth that this specific sub-rarity brings to modern Pokémon trading card sets.

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