Grafaiai 223 / 193 Pokemon Card from Paldea Evolved Set
Grafaiai is a Stage 1 Pokémon of the Darkness type with 90 HP. It is part of the Paldea Evolved set from the Scarlet & Violet series, illustrated by Oswaldo…
Set: Paldea Evolved
Number: 223/193
Rarity: Illustration Rare
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About the Grafaiai Pokémon Card
Grafaiai is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the Paldea Evolved set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 223/193 and is classified as Illustration Rare. The Paldea Evolved set was released on June 9, 2023.
The card includes the flavor text: “The color of the poisonous saliva depends on what the Pokémon eats. Grafaiai covers its fingers in its saliva and draws patterns on trees in forests.”.
Grafaiai Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Grafaiai
Card number: 223/193
Set: Paldea Evolved
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Darkness
HP: 90
Artist: Oswaldo KATO
Release date: June 9, 2023
National Pokédex number: 945
Why Collect the Grafaiai Pokémon Card?
Grafaiai 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 Paldea Evolved 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 Grafaiai Pokémon Card
Grafaiai was illustrated by Oswaldo KATO.
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 Grafaiai Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Grafaiai is about $8.69. Recent listings range from roughly $5.00 (low) to
4.95 (high), with a mid-point near $9.00. 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 Paldea Evolved set has a median card value near $0.24 and an average near $7.62, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +29% over the last 7 days and +27% 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 Paldea Evolved set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Grafaiai Pokémon Card
Whether Grafaiai 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 698 copies of this card, of which 147 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 21.1%. 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 Grafaiai Pokémon Card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Grafaiai 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 (223/193) sits above the set's printed total of 193, 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 698 copies to date.
Other Printings of Grafaiai
Grafaiai appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Paldean Fates 190 (around .60), Surging Sparks 121 (around $0.30) and Mega Evolution 92 (around $0.22).
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 Grafaiai Pokémon Card
The Grafaiai pokémon card is a Illustration Rare card from the Paldea Evolved 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 $8.69; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Grafaiai card from?
Grafaiai is from the Paldea Evolved set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 223/193 with the Illustration Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Grafaiai card?
Grafaiai is classified as Illustration Rare.
How much is the Grafaiai 223/193 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $8.69, within a recent range of roughly $5.00 to
4.95. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Grafaiai card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 698 copies so far, with about 21.1% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Grafaiai?
PSA has graded 698 copies, of which 147 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 21.1%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Grafaiai card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Grafaiai 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 Paldea Evolved set released?
The Paldea Evolved set was released on June 9, 2023.
Are there other printings of Grafaiai?
Yes. Grafaiai appears on 9 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
