Top 10 Most Expensive "Phantasmal Flames" Pokemon Cards To Collect
- Patrice Journ
- 14 hours ago
- 2 min read
While our previous coverage focused on Japan's M2 Inferno X set and its iconic Mega Evolution cards, today we're analyzing the top 10 most expensive cards from its English counterpart: Phantasmal Flames.
As expected, prices have already declined significantly from their initial hype-driven peaks post-release, compounded by a broader downturn in the Pokémon TCG market. For instance, one of the set's biggest chase cards—the Mega Hyper Rare Charizard X ex (130/094)—plummeted from $1,200 in early sales to around $550, marking a staggering 50% drop within just 10 days of the set's launch.
The prices and data referenced here are averaged as of this article's publication date. While recent weeks have shown some market correction and stabilization, fluctuations remain likely. For a full analysis of these trends and their implications for collectors, be sure to check our conclusion at the end of the article.
Mega Charizard X ex - 130/094 (Mega Hyper Rare)
TCG Player Sales: $532
Latest eBay Sales: $525
Mega Charizard X ex - 125/094 (Special Illustration Rare)
Latest TCG Player Sales: $718
Latest eBay Sales: $700
Dawn - 129/094 (Special Illustration Rare)
TCG Market Price: $55
Latest eBay Sales: $55
Mega Charizard X ex - 109/094 (Ultra Rare)
TCG Player Sales: $45 Latest eBay Sales: $55
Mega Lopunny ex - 128/094 (Special Illustration Rare)
TCG Player Sales: $42
Latest eBay Sales: $35
Mega Sharpedo ex - 127/094 (Special Illustration Rare)
TCG Player Sales: $37 Latest eBay Sales: $30
Rotom ex - 126/094 (Special Illustration Rare)
TCG Player Sales:$30
Latest eBay Sales: $25
Meowth - 106/094 (Illustration Rare)
TCG Player Sales: $25
Latest eBay Sales: $25
Piplup - 098/094 (Illustration Rare)
TCG Player Sales: $17
Latest eBay Sales: $10
Dawn - 118/094 (Ultra Rare)
TCG Player Sales: $13
Latest eBay Sales: $10-12
Key Takeaway (not financial advice):
Investing in trading cards—whether sports or TCGs like Pokémon—is always high-risk due to extreme market volatility. With the Pokémon TCG currently experiencing a significant downturn, many collectors are debating whether to buy during this dip.
While we won’t dissect complex factors like pump-and-dump schemes, artificial scarcity, or recent scalping trends, one critical pattern stands out: ultra-modern sets primarily benefit flippers who secure inventory before official release. These short-term players capitalize on launch hype, leaving latecomers vulnerable to rapid depreciation.
The upcoming set’s unknown impact adds another layer of uncertainty. Given that many 2025 investors are newcomers who entered during this year’s profitable surge, there’s heightened risk of a second wave of sell-offs as they exit the market. Until trends stabilize, caution is advised—waiting for further corrections for the highest priced cards might reveal deeper discounts, especially if rookie investors liquidate holdings to lock in annual gains.
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