Altaria EX 253/182

Altaria ex is a Special Illustration Rare from Paradox Rift, carded as 253/182. With the collector number (253) sitting above the set size (182), this card is one of the printings numbered beyond the main set, which places it in the highest art tier of the expansion.

Special Illustration Rares are defined by their full scene artwork, with the Pokemon shown in a detailed setting rather than the standard card window. Altaria, with its soft cloud like design, lends itself well to this kind of atmospheric treatment, and the card frame is finished to match the elevated rarity.

As an ex card, Altaria brings the high power and prize trade off of the ex mechanic, though collectors are drawn to it for the artwork and the rarity. Altaria collectors and Paradox Rift set builders alike look for this Special Illustration Rare as one of the more characterful cards in the set.

Condition and authenticity

This card meets Monster Mart's Mint condition standard:

• Corners: No visible fraying or whitening
• Edges: Smooth and clean, no silvering
• Surface: Free of scratches, dents, creases or smudges
• Centering: Within 60/40 front limit

Every card is authenticated and thoroughly inspected by Monster Mart, and ships tracked from Brisbane in protective sleeves and rigid holders.