M rayquaza ex – Roaring Skies (#61)
Price Overview & Key Facts
M rayquaza ex (#61) is a Rare Holo Ex card from XY - Roaring Skies released in 2015. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Dragon Ascent attack (300 damage), Discard 2 Energy attached to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $83.35, Cardmarket average sale is €56.82, Floor listings start near €15.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $83.35
- Cardmarket trend price: €60.03
- Recent low listing: €15.00
Card Details
- Set
- Roaring Skies
- Card Number
- 61
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 230
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Weaknesses
- Fairy ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Dragon Ascent
[Fire, Fire, Fire, Lightning, Colorless]
— 300
Discard 2 Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (60.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
M rayquaza ex from Roaring Skies (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid 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 M rayquaza ex 61 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: M rayquaza ex's Dragon Ascent deals 300 damage for Fire + Fire + Fire + Lightning + Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard 2 Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 230 HP • Dragon Type • Weak to Fairy ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roaring Skies #61 ← Current | 230 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Ex | $83.35 |
�📦 Roaring Skies Set Context
This M rayquaza ex is part of the Roaring Skies 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 M rayquaza 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
- Rare Holo Ex cards from Roaring Skies 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.
- Dragon typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Roaring Skies
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: M rayquaza ex 61 was released in 2015 in the Roaring Skies 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: Roaring Skies is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Dragon type Pokémon like M rayquaza ex with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your M rayquaza 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 Dragon energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: M rayquaza ex works best in Dragon type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability.