Question 1

What is the current market value of Inkay #45?

Accepted Answer

Latest market snapshots place Inkay in Ancient Origins at roughly $0.29. Its 7-day trend is negative at 14.7%. Current value is elevated versus the 30-day mean ($0.26), by 13.0%. Its 90-day trading band runs between $0.13 and $0.39, producing a 90% range and high-volatility behavior. This version is categorized as Common.

Question 2

Is Inkay #45 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Current valuation lens: Week-over-week movement is negative (14.7%); this leaves value 26% under the 90-day peak. The 90-day range spans $0.13 to $0.39 (90% spread), which indicates high-volatility behavior. Versus the 30-day average ($0.26), the card is trading 13.0% higher. This sample does not include a stable graded benchmark, which means active listings remain the best condition-adjusted reference.

Question 3

What is Inkay #45 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Inkay appears in Ancient Origins, released in 2015. The printed flavor text states: "It flashes the light-emitting spots on its body, which drains its opponent's will to fight. It takes the opportunity to scuttle away and hide." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Common. Printed HP is 50. Energy typing is Darkness. This gives collectors a clear identity footprint for the print. It carries a Basic subtype designation. The printed attacks highlight "Ink Spit". Weakness: Fighting. Resistance: Psychic. Common-tier prints are typically the most accessible entries for set completion.

Question 4

What are the alternative Inkay cards available?

Accepted Answer

Other Inkay printings create a useful comparison set for Inkay. Comparable entries in this snapshot: 6 cards, 6 distinct sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.02 and $2.04 (10100% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($0.64), this card is -55%. Notable alternatives include Inkay #51 (Pitch Black) at $0.02, Inkay #6 (McDonald's Collection 2014) at $2.04, Inkay #118 (Unbroken Bonds) at $0.10, and Inkay #89 (Burning Shadows) at $0.11.

Question 5

What set is Inkay #45 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Ancient Origins entered circulation in 2015. It belongs to the XY series. Set size is 100 cards, which categorizes Ancient Origins as mid-size. As of 2026, the set is 11 years old and now falls into an established back-catalog period. In the Ancient Origins checklist, Inkay occupies position #45 as a Common card.

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