Gouging fire ex – Temporal Forces (#38)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gouging fire ex (#38) is a Double Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Temporal Forces released in 2024. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Heat Blast attack (60 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.61, Cardmarket average sale is €0.70, Floor listings start near €0.10. Market price has increased 6.8% versus the 30-day average.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.61
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.62
- 30-day Cardmarket average: €0.66
- Recent low listing: €0.10
- Market price has increased 6.8% versus the 30-day average.
Card Details
- Set
- Temporal Forces
- Card Number
- 38
- Rarity
- ✨ Double Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 230
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
- Heat Blast [Fire, Colorless] — 60
-
Blaze Blitz
[Fire, Fire, Colorless]
— 260
This Pokémon can't use Blaze Blitz again until it leaves the Active Spot.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (86.7 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gouging fire ex from Temporal Forces (Double Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2024, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
Market Trends: Market price has increased 6.8% versus the 30-day average.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Gouging fire ex 38 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Gouging fire ex's Heat Blast deals 60 damage for Fire + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 230 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temporal Forces #38 ← Current | 230 | 2 attacks | Double Rare | $0.61 |
�📦 Temporal Forces Set Context
This Gouging fire ex is part of the Temporal Forces expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2024.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Gouging fire ex card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Double Rare cards from Temporal Forces are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
💰 Market Pricing
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Gouging fire ex 38 was released in 2024 in the Temporal Forces expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Temporal Forces is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Gouging fire ex with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Gouging fire ex card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Gouging fire ex works best in Fire type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.