Ho-Oh XY153 / 211 Pokemon Card from XY Black Star Promos Set

Ho-Oh — XY Black Star Promos XY153/211 Pokémon TCG card

Ho-Oh is a Basic Fire-type Pokémon with 120 HP. It is part of the XY Black Star Promos set, identified as card number XY153, and was illustrated by You Iribi.…

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About the Ho-Oh Pokémon Card

Ho-Oh is a Fire-type Pokémon card with 120 HP from the XY Black Star Promos set, part of the XY series. It carries the collector number XY153/211 and is classified as Promo. The XY Black Star Promos set was released on October 12, 2013.

The card includes the flavor text: “It will reveal itself before a pure-hearted Trainer by shining its bright, rainbow-colored wings.”.

Ho-Oh Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Ho-Oh

Card number: XY153/211

Set: XY Black Star Promos

Series: XY

Rarity: Promo

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Fire

HP: 120

Artist: You Iribi

Release date: October 12, 2013

National Pokédex number: 250

Why Collect the Ho-Oh Pokémon Card?

Ho-Oh is most often collected as part of a complete XY Black Star Promos set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Ho-Oh Pokémon Card

Ho-Oh was illustrated by You Iribi.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Ho-Oh Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Ho-Oh is about

0.94. Recent listings range from roughly $7.67 (low) to
20 (high), with a mid-point near
1.21. 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 XY Black Star Promos set has a median card value near

4.93 and an average near $38.95, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -16% over the last 7 days and -16% 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 XY Black Star Promos set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Ho-Oh Pokémon Card

Whether Ho-Oh 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 123 copies of this card, of which 6 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 4.9%. 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 Ho-Oh Pokémon Card?

Ho-Oh carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 123 copies to date.

Other Printings of Ho-Oh

Ho-Oh appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Skyridge 149 (around $800), Neo Revelation 7 (around $489) and Call of Legends SL5 (around

38).

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 Ho-Oh Pokémon Card

The Ho-Oh pokémon card is a Promo card from the XY Black Star Promos set (XY series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the XY Black Star Promos set. Its current aggregated market price is about

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

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Ho-Oh card from?

Ho-Oh is from the XY Black Star Promos set (XY series), numbered XY153/211 with the Promo rarity.

What rarity is the Ho-Oh card?

Ho-Oh is classified as Promo.

How much is the Ho-Oh XY153/211 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

0.94, within a recent range of roughly $7.67 to
20. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Ho-Oh card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 123 copies so far, with about 4.9% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Ho-Oh?

PSA has graded 123 copies, of which 6 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 4.9%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Ho-Oh card?

Ho-Oh carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.

When was the XY Black Star Promos set released?

The XY Black Star Promos set was released on October 12, 2013.

Are there other printings of Ho-Oh?

Yes. Ho-Oh appears on 17 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.