Question 1

What is the current market value of Relicanth #173?

Accepted Answer

Current market pricing for Relicanth (Temporal Forces) sits near $6.07. Over the last 7 days it declined 2.9%. It is currently 2.4% below the 30-day average of $6.22. In the past 90 days, observed prices ranged from $5.14 to $6.89 (29% spread), a moderate-volatility profile. This version is categorized as Illustration Rare.

Question 2

Is Relicanth #173 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Current valuation lens: The market retraced 2.9% this week, and current pricing sits 12% below its recent high watermark. With a 29% 90-day spread ($5.14-$6.89), this card currently tracks as moderate-volatility. Current value remains close to its 30-day mean ($6.22). Without a consistent graded comp in the current snapshot, live listings are still required for reliable condition-based valuation.

Question 3

What is Relicanth #173 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Relicanth appears in Temporal Forces, released in 2024. The printed flavor text states: "Rock-hard scales and oil-filled swim bladders allow this Pokémon to survive the intense water pressure of the deep sea." Core profile: Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Illustration Rare. Printed HP is 100. Energy typing is Fighting. It carries a Basic subtype designation. This card has the following ability: "Memory Dive". Attack line includes "Razor Fin". It is weak to Grass type energy. This rarity tier generally sits in premium chase segments relative to base rarities.

Question 4

What are the alternative Relicanth cards available?

Accepted Answer

Collectors tracking Relicanth often benchmark it against other Relicanth cards. This comparison sample includes 6 alternatives across 6 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.02 and $0.80 (3900% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($0.47), this card is +1201%. Notable alternatives include Relicanth #17 (Pitch Black) at $0.02, Relicanth #24 (Plasma Blast) at $0.48, Relicanth #69 (Call of Legends) at $0.33, and Relicanth #51 (Great Encounters) at $0.45.

Question 5

What set is Relicanth #173 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Release year for Temporal Forces is 2024. Temporal Forces is grouped under the Scarlet & Violet era. The checklist contains 218 cards, placing it in a large expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 2 years old and still in a recent release window. Within this set, Relicanth is card number 173 with a Illustration Rare designation.

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