Shining Rayquaza
Shining Rayquaza is a Rare Shining Pokémon TCG printing from Shining Legends (#56). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $115.60 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2017. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Shining Rayquaza suits collectors working on Shining Legends who need the Rare Shining slot. Treat $115.60 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Shining Rayquaza from Shining Legends?
Shining Rayquaza is a Pokémon card in Shining Legends numbered 56. It lives in the ozone layer far above the clouds and cannot be seen from the ground. National Pokédex #384. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Shining Rayquaza worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $115.60 for Shining Rayquaza. Low and high spread runs $79.00 to $797.80. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Shining Legends |
|---|---|
| Number | 56 |
| Rarity | Rare Shining |
| TCGPlayer USD | $115.60 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €60.51 |
| Holofoil | $115.60 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 120 |
|---|---|
| Types | Dragon |
| Dragon Pulse | Lightning 40 Discard the top 2 cards of your deck. |
| Sky Judgment | FireLightningLightningColorless 190 Discard 3 Energy from this Pokémon. |
| Weakness | Fairy ×2 |
How collectible is Shining Rayquaza?
Shining Rayquaza is listed as Rare Shining in Shining Legends. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Shining Rayquaza?
Catalog fields: set Shining Legends, rarity Rare Shining. Illustrated by Naoki Saito. Format status: Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Shining Rayquaza (#56) is a chase-tier Rare Shining printing in Shining Legends. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Shining Rayquaza is catalogued as Rare Shining printing in Shining Legends, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $115.60.
- Illustrator Naoki Saito has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $115.60 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Shining Rayquaza worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $115.60 for ungraded Shining Rayquaza from Shining Legends. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Shining Rayquaza from?
Shining Rayquaza is listed in Shining Legends (Sun & Moon) as card #56. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Shining Rayquaza?
Our catalog lists Shining Rayquaza as Rare Shining in Shining Legends. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Shining Rayquaza good for collectors or players?
Shining Rayquaza includes gameplay stats in Shining Legends. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
Should I grade Shining Rayquaza?
Grading only makes sense when Shining Rayquaza appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $115.60, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.