Riolu 215/198

Riolu, card number 215/198, comes from the Scarlet and Violet Base Set, the first main set of the Scarlet and Violet era. With a number higher than the set total of 198, it sits in the special slots beyond the main run, which is where the Illustration Rare cards are found.

This is an Illustration Rare, a rarity that puts the spotlight on detailed character artwork set within a scene rather than a plain backdrop. Illustration Rares were introduced as a key collectible feature of the Scarlet and Violet era, and they have quickly become some of the most sought after cards in modern sets.

Collectors look for the Riolu Illustration Rare because of its artwork and because Riolu, as part of the Lucario line, has a steady following. As one of the chase cards from the Scarlet and Violet Base Set, a clean copy is a popular pick for art collectors and set builders alike.

Condition and authenticity

This card meets Monster Mart's Mint condition standard:

• Corners: No visible fraying or whitening
• Edges: Smooth and clean, no silvering
• Surface: Free of scratches, dents, creases or smudges
• Centering: Within 60/40 front limit

Every card is authenticated and thoroughly inspected by Monster Mart, and ships tracked from Brisbane in protective sleeves and rigid holders.