2002-2003 Naruto Uzumaki Chronicles Card Yoroi Akado #118
Yoroi Akado · Panini (Licensed by Masashi Kishimoto/Shueisha) · Base / Character Card
Player
Yoroi Akado
Set
Naruto Uzumaki Chronicles / Trading Card Collection
Year
2002-2003
Card #
118
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 6 (EX-MT). Visible top edge wear, corner softening bottom-right, and minor surface scratches. Centering appears slightly shifted to the left.
Category
Base / Character Card
Manufacturer
Panini (Licensed by Masashi Kishimoto/Shueisha)
Demand Level
Low. Demand is limited to complete set collectors of early Naruto merchandise. Yoroi is not a 'chase' character like Naruto, Sasuke, or Itachi.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $10-15, PSA 7: $15-20, PSA 8: $25-35. Grading costs likely exceed the market value of this card.
Comparable Sales
Individual base cards from this set typically sell for $1-$5 in raw condition. Bulk lots of 50+ cards from the same series generally sell for $20-$40.
Description
Features Yoroi Akado in a combat pose performing his 'Chakra Absorption' technique. This card is from the early Naruto CCG/Trading Card series featuring a dark blue border with white inner framing and a series of iconic swirl symbols on the perimeter.
Key Features
Early license Naruto card from the original anime era; features a minor antagonist from the Chunin Exams arc; nostalgic appeal for early 2000s anime collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct font for 'YOROI' and 'Chakra Absorption'; card stock thickness and texture match early Panini/international releases. Not a common target for counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Soft corners, particularly the bottom right; edge chipping along the top; surface hazing; centering is roughly 60/40 left-to-right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot) or specialized anime TCG Facebook groups. Individual sale might be difficult due to shipping costs relative to card value.
Selling Tips
Best sold as part of a 'Naruto Character Lot' to maximize shipping efficiency. Use keywords like 'Vintage Naruto Card', 'Panini Naruto 2002', and 'Chunin Exams'. Grading is not recommended for this specific card.