Solosis Illustration Rare Sees Unnatural Spike Following “Bubble Mew” Artist Hype

Solosis Illustration Rare Sees Unnatural Spike Following “Bubble Mew” Artist Hype

A surprising breakout this week came from Solosis (Illustration Rare, Black Bolt 118/086), which leapt from ~$10–12 into the $60–70 range before cooling into the $40s. Its artwork is by USGMEN, the same artist behind the famous “Bubble Mew,” and that connection has become a focal narrative driving collector interest.

While the card does enjoy that underlying appeal, growth at this rate is anything but natural, with many speculating that the spike is most likely the result of artificial market pumping rather than organic demand. Coincidentally, it also aligns with Solosis Community Day in Pokémon GO (October 12, 2025), which may have amplified attention around the name and added fuel to the hype.