2014 Mega Lucario EX (メガルカリオEX) #053/096 RR TAG Grade: Gem Mint 10 / TAG Score: 984/1000 – Top Gem Mint POP!
This powerhouse Mega Lucario EX hails from the JapaneseXY3: Rising Fist expansion, released April 18, 2014—the set that ignited the Mega Evolution era with explosive new mechanics and high-rarity chases. As a Double Rare (RR) full-art, it delivers premium Japanese holo foil with deep rainbow shimmer and texture—no English print fully matches this exact variant's composition, shine, or 1st Edition exclusivity.
Illustrated by the acclaimed 5ban Graphics, the artwork explodes with raw intensity: Mega Lucario charges forward in a ferocious pose, sleek blue-black fur rippling with power, massive spiked fists clenched, glowing aura bursting in yellow-orange flares amid shattered rocks and energy trails. The fierce gaze and dynamic motion perfectly capture the Steel/Fighting-type legend's unstoppable force and aura mastery.
A fan-favorite from Generation IV (the evolved form of Riolu, iconic for its Mega form's speed and strength), Mega Lucario defined XY-era hype—but this 1st Edition RR elevates it to must-have status for serious collectors chasing flawless Japanese holos, top-pop Gem Mint examples, and pinnacle pulls from one of the modern era's most exciting sets. With elite sub-grades and top POP status, this TAG Gem Mint 10 (984/1000) is an absolute heavy-hitter. Intense, explosive, and undeniably premium—pure Rising Fist perfection.
Grading Details
TAG Grade: Gem Mint (pristine example with minimal defects)
TAG Score: 984/1000 — precise TAG evaluation
Protective TAG Sleeve: Included and applied to the slab
Full Transparency: QR code available on the slab for the complete Digital Imaging & Grading (DIG) Report, including:
DINGS breakdown
High-res downloadable images
Leaderboard rank and population status
Notable Defects (Verified from DIG Report)
1 DING reported: 1 Surface / PIT (Front / Top Left)
No DINGS on corners (0 front & back), edges (0 front & back), or back surface (0)
Near-perfect centering: Front 49L/51R 51T/49B, Back 50L/50R 49T/51B
High Fray/Fill scores (all 1000 on corners/edges) and Angle scores (998–999 front corners/edges)
Surface Defect Transparency Slider: 100 (full clarity)
Excellent preservation overall — a true Gem Mint standout despite the single minor front pit
Population & Rank (as of 3/15/2026)
POP 4 in Gem Mint – Top-ranked in tier (total graded: 7)
Total graded: 7 | Gem Mint graded: 4
Highest Gem Mint: 1st | Highest overall: 1st | Card rank: 1st overall
Graded 2/26/2026 (4th Gem Mint graded | 7th card graded overall) A top-ranked, ultra-low population Gem Mint example in this 1st Edition Japanese Double Rare!
Shipping & Handling
Free shipping via USPS Priority Mail with secure protection
Card ships in bubble pouch + extra padding inside a sturdy box
Handling within 2 business days, though shipped from an overseas FPO address (may add a few days). Thank you for your patience! :)
2014 Mega Lucario EX (メガルカリオEX) #053/096 RR TAG Grade: Gem Mint 10 / TAG Score: 984/1000 – Top Gem Mint POP!
This powerhouse Mega Lucario EX hails from the JapaneseXY3: Rising Fist expansion, released April 18, 2014—the set that ignited the Mega Evolution era with explosive new mechanics and high-rarity chases. As a Double Rare (RR) full-art, it delivers premium Japanese holo foil with deep rainbow shimmer and texture—no English print fully matches this exact variant's composition, shine, or 1st Edition exclusivity.
Illustrated by the acclaimed 5ban Graphics, the artwork explodes with raw intensity: Mega Lucario charges forward in a ferocious pose, sleek blue-black fur rippling with power, massive spiked fists clenched, glowing aura bursting in yellow-orange flares amid shattered rocks and energy trails. The fierce gaze and dynamic motion perfectly capture the Steel/Fighting-type legend's unstoppable force and aura mastery.
A fan-favorite from Generation IV (the evolved form of Riolu, iconic for its Mega form's speed and strength), Mega Lucario defined XY-era hype—but this 1st Edition RR elevates it to must-have status for serious collectors chasing flawless Japanese holos, top-pop Gem Mint examples, and pinnacle pulls from one of the modern era's most exciting sets. With elite sub-grades and top POP status, this TAG Gem Mint 10 (984/1000) is an absolute heavy-hitter. Intense, explosive, and undeniably premium—pure Rising Fist perfection.
Grading Details
TAG Grade: Gem Mint (pristine example with minimal defects)
TAG Score: 984/1000 — precise TAG evaluation
Protective TAG Sleeve: Included and applied to the slab
Full Transparency: QR code available on the slab for the complete Digital Imaging & Grading (DIG) Report, including:
DINGS breakdown
High-res downloadable images
Leaderboard rank and population status
Notable Defects (Verified from DIG Report)
1 DING reported: 1 Surface / PIT (Front / Top Left)
No DINGS on corners (0 front & back), edges (0 front & back), or back surface (0)
Near-perfect centering: Front 49L/51R 51T/49B, Back 50L/50R 49T/51B
High Fray/Fill scores (all 1000 on corners/edges) and Angle scores (998–999 front corners/edges)
Surface Defect Transparency Slider: 100 (full clarity)
Excellent preservation overall — a true Gem Mint standout despite the single minor front pit
Population & Rank (as of 3/15/2026)
POP 4 in Gem Mint – Top-ranked in tier (total graded: 7)
Total graded: 7 | Gem Mint graded: 4
Highest Gem Mint: 1st | Highest overall: 1st | Card rank: 1st overall
Graded 2/26/2026 (4th Gem Mint graded | 7th card graded overall) A top-ranked, ultra-low population Gem Mint example in this 1st Edition Japanese Double Rare!
Shipping & Handling
Free shipping via USPS Priority Mail with secure protection
Card ships in bubble pouch + extra padding inside a sturdy box
Handling within 2 business days, though shipped from an overseas FPO address (may add a few days). Thank you for your patience! :)
