Question 1

What is the current market value of Lugia #9?

Accepted Answer

Current market pricing for Lugia (Neo Genesis) sits near $165.50. The 7-day delta remains near neutral at 0.0%. Versus its 30-day baseline of $1254.48, this card is now 86.8% lower. The 90-day window shows a floor near $165.50 and a peak around $1800.00 (988% total spread), which maps to high-volatility movement. This version is categorized as Rare Holo.

Question 2

Is Lugia #9 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: Over the last 7 days, prices have remained stable at 0.0%, indicating a consolidation phase over sudden breakouts. With a 988% 90-day spread ($165.50-$1800.00), this card currently tracks as high-volatility. Versus the 30-day average ($1254.48), the card is trading 86.8% lower. Top-grade copies show substantial separation from raw: PSA 10 is pricing +22875% above the current raw benchmark. PSA 9 is currently around $12652.63, while PSA 10 is $38024.27.

Question 3

What is Lugia #9 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Lugia appears in Neo Genesis, released in 2000. The printed flavor text states: "It is said that it quietly spends its time deep at the bottom of the sea, because its powers are too strong." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare Holo. Printed HP is 90. Energy typing is Colorless. This print is categorized under the Basic subtype. Notable move text references "Elemental Blast". Weakness: Psychic. Resistance: Fighting. It requires 2 energy to retreat. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Lugia cards available?

Accepted Answer

Other Lugia printings create a useful comparison set for Lugia. The current sample spans 6 comparable cards from 6 sets. Observed alternatives run from $0.63 to $2225.00 (353075% spread). The current card sits -58% versus the sampled alternative average of $393.95. Notable alternatives include Lugia #149 (Aquapolis) at $2225.00, Lugia #29 (Unseen Forces) at $20.01, Lugia #HGSS02 (HGSS Black Star Promos) at $73.43, and Lugia #131 (Team Up) at $14.00.

Question 5

What set is Lugia #9 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Neo Genesis entered circulation in 2000. Neo Genesis is grouped under the Neo era. Set size is 111 cards, which categorizes Neo Genesis as mid-size. As of 2026, the set is 26 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. In the Neo Genesis checklist, Lugia occupies position #9 as a Rare Holo card.

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