Torchic – Primal Clash (#26)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Torchic (#26) is an Uncommon card from XY - Primal Clash released in 2015. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Flare Bonus attack, Discard a Fire Energy card from your hand. If you do, draw 2 cards.. TCGplayer market price sits around $2.52, Cardmarket average sale is €2.78, Floor listings start near €0.15.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.52
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.61
- Recent low listing: €0.15
Card Details
- Set
- Primal Clash
- Card Number
- 26
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 50
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Combusken
Attacks & Strategy
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Flare Bonus
[Fire]
Discard a Fire Energy card from your hand. If you do, draw 2 cards. -
Claw
[Fire]
— 20
Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Torchic from Primal Clash (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Torchic 26 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Torchic's Flare Bonus for Fire energy. Special effect: Discard a Fire Energy card from your hand. If you do, draw 2 cards.
Stats Overview: 50 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 Torchic Cards
Looking for other Torchic cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primal Clash #26 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $2.52 |
�📦 Primal Clash Set Context
This Torchic is part of the Primal Clash expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.
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 Torchic 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
- Uncommon cards from Primal Clash 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.
More from Primal Clash
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Torchic 26 was released in 2015 in the Primal Clash 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 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Primal Clash 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 Torchic with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Torchic 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: Torchic works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.