Magcargo ex – Twilight Masquerade (#191)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Magcargo ex (#191) is an Ultra Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Twilight Masquerade released in 2024. It showcases artwork by PLANETA Yamashita and the Hot Magma attack (70 damage), Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Burned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.29, Cardmarket average sale is €1.40, Floor listings start near €0.80. Market price has increased 0.2% versus the 30-day average.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.29
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.76
- 30-day Cardmarket average: €1.40
- Recent low listing: €0.80
- Market price has increased 0.2% versus the 30-day average.
- PSA 10 average: $28 across 1 sales
Card Details
- Set
- Twilight Masquerade
- Card Number
- 191
- Rarity
- ✨ Ultra Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 PLANETA Yamashita
- HP
- 270
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Hot Magma
[Fire, Colorless]
— 70
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Burned.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (35.0 per energy). -
Ground Burn
[Fire, Fire, Colorless]
— 140+
Discard the top card of each player's deck. This attack does 140 more damage for each Energy card discarded in this way.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (46.7 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Magcargo ex from Twilight Masquerade (Ultra Rare) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2024, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator PLANETA Yamashita.
Market Trends: Market price has increased 0.2% versus the 30-day average.
Grading Potential: Professional grading can significantly increase value - PSA 10 copies command an average of $28 based on 1 verified sales. As a Ultra Rare card, pristine copies are highly sought after by serious collectors.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Magcargo ex 191 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Magcargo ex's Hot Magma deals 70 damage for Fire + Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Burned.
Stats Overview: 270 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twilight Masquerade #191 ← Current | 270 | 2 attacks | Ultra Rare | $1.29 |
�📦 Twilight Masquerade Set Context
This Magcargo ex is part of the Twilight Masquerade expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2024. As a Ultra Rare card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by PLANETA Yamashita, 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 Magcargo ex card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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
📈 Grading Performance: PSA 10 copies of this Magcargo ex average $28 based on 1 verified sales. That's a 2109% premium over raw card prices!
Collector Notes
- Ultra Rare cards from Twilight Masquerade are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- High-grade slabs matter: PSA 10 copies are averaging around $28, making condition upgrades impactful.
- The illustration by PLANETA Yamashita 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: Magcargo ex 191 was released in 2024 in the Twilight Masquerade 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 PLANETA Yamashita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Ultra Rare card, this Magcargo ex is among the premium chase cards from Twilight Masquerade. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Twilight Masquerade 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 Magcargo 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 Magcargo ex card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- 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: Magcargo 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.