Flareon ex – Generations (#RC28)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Flareon ex (#RC28) is a Rare Ultra card from XY - Generations released in 2016. It showcases artwork by kirisAki and the Blaze Ball attack (50+ damage), This attack does 20 more damage for each Fire Energy attached to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $99.07, Cardmarket average sale is €64.60, Floor listings start near €25.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $99.07
- Cardmarket trend price: €55.47
- Recent low listing: €25.00
Card Details
- Set
- Generations
- Card Number
- RC28
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kirisAki
- HP
- 170
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Flash Fire
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may move a Fire Energy from 1 of your Pokémon to this Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Blaze Ball
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50+
This attack does 20 more damage for each Fire Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Flareon ex from Generations (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kirisAki.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Flareon ex RC28 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Flareon ex's Blaze Ball deals 50+ damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 20 more damage for each Fire Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 170 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.
� Compare Flareon ex Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Generations #RC28 ← Current | 170 | 1 attack | Rare Ultra | $99.07 |
�📦 Generations Set Context
This Flareon ex is part of the Generations expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kirisAki, 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 Flareon 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
Collector Notes
- Rare Ultra cards from Generations are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by kirisAki 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.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Flareon ex RC28 was released in 2016 in the Generations expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by kirisAki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Flareon ex is among the premium chase cards from Generations. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Generations is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Flareon ex have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Flareon 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: Flareon ex works best in Fire type decks.