Hoopa V 253 / 264 Pokemon Card from Fusion Strike Set
Hoopa V is a Basic Darkness-type Pokémon card from the Fusion Strike set of the Sword & Shield series. It has 220 HP and is classified as a Rare Ultra card.…
Set: Fusion Strike
Number: 253/264
Rarity: Rare Ultra
Set
About the Hoopa V Pokémon Card
Hoopa V is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 220 HP from the Fusion Strike set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 253/264 and is classified as Rare Ultra. The Fusion Strike set was released on November 12, 2021.
Hoopa V Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Hoopa V
Card number: 253/264
Set: Fusion Strike
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Ultra
Subtypes: Basic, V, Fusion Strike
Type: Darkness
HP: 220
Artist: takuyoa
Release date: November 12, 2021
National Pokédex number: 720
Why Collect the Hoopa V Pokémon Card?
Hoopa V sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Fusion Strike set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Hoopa V Pokémon Card
Hoopa V was illustrated by takuyoa.
For Rare Ultra cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Hoopa V Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Hoopa V is about
.18. Recent listings range from roughly
.00 (low) to
9.99 (high), with a mid-point near .35. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Fusion Strike set has a median card value near $0.31 and an average near $8.20, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -7% over the last 7 days and +1% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Fusion Strike set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Hoopa V Pokémon Card
Whether Hoopa V is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 261 copies of this card, of which 131 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 50.2%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Hoopa V Pokémon Card?
Rare Ultra cards such as Hoopa V are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 261 copies to date.
Other Printings of Hoopa V
Hoopa V appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery GG53 (around
2.77), SWSH Black Star Promos SWSH176 (around $0.89) and VSTARユニバース 231.
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Hoopa V Pokémon Card
The Hoopa V pokémon card is a Rare Ultra card from the Fusion Strike set (Sword & Shield series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about
.18; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Hoopa V card from?
Hoopa V is from the Fusion Strike set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 253/264 with the Rare Ultra rarity.
What rarity is the Hoopa V card?
Hoopa V is classified as Rare Ultra.
How much is the Hoopa V 253/264 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.18, within a recent range of roughly
.00 to
9.99. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Hoopa V card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 261 copies so far, with about 50.2% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Hoopa V?
PSA has graded 261 copies, of which 131 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 50.2%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Hoopa V card?
Rare Ultra cards such as Hoopa V are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Fusion Strike set released?
The Fusion Strike set was released on November 12, 2021.
Are there other printings of Hoopa V?
Yes. Hoopa V appears on 3 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
