Absol ex 135 / 197 Pokemon Card from Obsidian Flames Set

Absol ex — Obsidian Flames 135/197 Pokémon TCG card

Absol ex is a Basic Darkness-type Pokémon card with 210 HP. It is part of the Obsidian Flames set in the Scarlet & Violet series, illustrated by artist Nisota…

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About the Absol ex Pokémon Card

Absol ex is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 210 HP from the Obsidian Flames set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 135/197 and is classified as Double Rare. The Obsidian Flames set was released on August 11, 2023.

Absol ex Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Absol ex

Card number: 135/197

Set: Obsidian Flames

Series: Scarlet & Violet

Rarity: Double Rare

Subtypes: Basic, ex

Type: Darkness

HP: 210

Artist: Nisota Niso

Release date: August 11, 2023

National Pokédex number: 359

Why Collect the Absol ex Pokémon Card?

Absol ex 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 Obsidian Flames 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 Absol ex Pokémon Card

Absol ex was illustrated by Nisota Niso.

For Double Rare 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 Absol ex Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Absol ex is about

.31. Recent listings range from roughly $0.69 (low) to
9.88 (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 Obsidian Flames set has a median card value near $0.26 and an average near

.50, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +13% over the last 7 days and +3% 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 Obsidian Flames set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Absol ex Pokémon Card

Whether Absol ex 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 249 copies of this card, of which 59 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 23.7%. 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 Absol ex Pokémon Card?

Double Rare cards such as Absol ex 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 249 copies to date.

Other Printings of Absol ex

Absol ex appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Power Keepers 92 (around

30), Obsidian Flames 214 (around .71) and 黒炎の支配者 073 (around $0.43).

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 Absol ex Pokémon Card

The Absol ex pokémon card is a Double Rare card from the Obsidian Flames set (Scarlet & Violet 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

.31; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Absol ex card from?

Absol ex is from the Obsidian Flames set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 135/197 with the Double Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Absol ex card?

Absol ex is classified as Double Rare.

How much is the Absol ex 135/197 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

.31, within a recent range of roughly $0.69 to
9.88. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Absol ex card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 249 copies so far, with about 23.7% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Absol ex?

PSA has graded 249 copies, of which 59 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 23.7%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Absol ex card?

Double Rare cards such as Absol ex 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 Obsidian Flames set released?

The Obsidian Flames set was released on August 11, 2023.

Are there other printings of Absol ex?

Yes. Absol ex appears on 4 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.