Pokémon TCG: Smeargle #073 PSA 10 - Japanese

Smeargle 073/068 CHR PSA 10 Japanese – Incandescent Arcana Character Rare

Here you get a professionally graded Smeargle 073/068 CHR from the Pokémon TCG's Japanese S11a Incandescent Arcana expansion, encapsulated and graded as PSA 10 (Gem Mint). This card is part of the popular Character Rare subset, particularly sought after by collectors for its unique artwork and authenticity as a Japanese original release.

About Smeargle 073/068 CHR from Incandescent Arcana

The card comes from S11a Incandescent Arcana, a side expansion in the Sword & Shield era, released in Japan in 2022. Smeargle 073/068 is a Character Rare (CHR) — the highest rarity level for Smeargle in this set — and presents the Pokémon in a distinctive artist environment, illustrated by Kiyotaka Oshiyama. It is printed in Japanese and features a striking full-art holofoil design, making it a visual collector's piece.

PSA 10 – Professional grading and authenticity

This example is professionally graded by PSA and has achieved the top grade, PSA 10. That means the card appears in Gem Mint condition with no visible flaws, and it is encapsulated in a PSA slab to ensure both authenticity and protection. The product consists of a single PSA-encapsulated Smeargle CHR — not a sealed product or a booster pack.

Card details and gameplay features

• Card type: Pokémon, Basic, Colorless
• HP: 70
• Attacks: Varied/Colorful Palette (energy acceleration) and Ram (30 damage)
• Regulation mark: F (Expanded and Unlimited legal)
• Language: Japanese
• Illustrator: Kiyotaka Oshiyama

Smeargle 073/068 CHR is especially popular among collectors but also has niche uses in energy-based deck strategies. Its status as a Character Rare and its characterful artwork make it a natural choice for anyone looking to expand their collection of Japanese Pokémon cards or Graded cards.

Why choose a Japanese graded card?

Japanese TCG cards are known for their print quality and collector appeal, especially when graded by a reputable authority like PSA. A PSA 10 card like this guarantees both authenticity and maximum condition, which is essential for collectors who want documented quality. Smeargle 073/068 CHR is a strong example of how Japanese Character Rares combine gameplay relevance, aesthetics, and collecting history.

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