Palafin 200 / 197 Pokemon Card from Obsidian Flames Set
Palafin is a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with 150 HP. It is illustrated by artist Akira Komayama and is part of the Obsidian Flames set in the Scarlet & Violet…
Set: Obsidian Flames
Number: 200/197
Rarity: Illustration Rare
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About the Palafin Pokémon Card
Palafin is a Water-type Pokémon card with 150 HP from the Obsidian Flames set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 200/197 and is classified as Illustration Rare. The Obsidian Flames set was released on August 11, 2023.
The card includes the flavor text: “This Pokémon's ancient genes have awakened. It is now so extraordinarily strong that it can easily lift a cruise ship with one fin.”.
Palafin Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Palafin
Card number: 200/197
Set: Obsidian Flames
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Water
HP: 150
Artist: Akira Komayama
Release date: August 11, 2023
National Pokédex number: 964
Why Collect the Palafin Pokémon Card?
Palafin 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 Palafin Pokémon Card
Palafin was illustrated by Akira Komayama.
For Illustration 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 Palafin Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Palafin is about $5.46. Recent listings range from roughly $3.75 (low) to $75.00 (high), with a mid-point near $5.92. 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 above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -2% over the last 7 days and -6% 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 Palafin Pokémon Card
Whether Palafin 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 2,372 copies of this card, of which 529 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 22.3%. 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 Palafin Pokémon Card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Palafin are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Its collector number (200/197) sits above the set's printed total of 197, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 2,372 copies to date.
Other Printings of Palafin
Palafin appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos 36 (around $4.57), Paldean Fates 124 (around $3.06) and Paldean Fates 225 (around .33).
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 Palafin Pokémon Card
The Palafin pokémon card is a Illustration 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 $5.46; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Palafin card from?
Palafin is from the Obsidian Flames set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 200/197 with the Illustration Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Palafin card?
Palafin is classified as Illustration Rare.
How much is the Palafin 200/197 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $5.46, within a recent range of roughly $3.75 to $75.00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Palafin card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 2,372 copies so far, with about 22.3% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Palafin?
PSA has graded 2,372 copies, of which 529 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 22.3%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Palafin card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Palafin 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 Palafin?
Yes. Palafin appears on 13 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
