Charizard – Plasma Storm (#136)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Charizard (#136) is a Rare Secret card from Black & White - Plasma Storm released in 2013. It showcases artwork by Ayaka Yoshida and the Split Bomb attack, This attack does 40 damage to 2 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $589.99, Cardmarket average sale is €237.50, Floor listings start near €175.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $589.99
- Cardmarket trend price: €284.66
- Recent low listing: €175.00
Card Details
- Set
- Plasma Storm
- Card Number
- 136
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Secret
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ayaka Yoshida
- HP
- 160
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Split Bomb
[Fire, Colorless, Colorless]
This attack does 40 damage to 2 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Scorching Fire
[Fire, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 150
Discard a Fire Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Charizard from Plasma Storm (Rare Secret) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ayaka Yoshida.
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. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Charizard 136 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Charizard's Split Bomb for Fire + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 40 damage to 2 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for...
Stats Overview: 160 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma Storm #136 ← Current | 160 | 2 attacks | Rare Secret | $589.99 |
�📦 Plasma Storm Set Context
This Charizard is part of the Plasma Storm expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2013. As a Rare Secret card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ayaka Yoshida, 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 Charizard 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 Secret cards from Plasma Storm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ayaka Yoshida 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Charizard 136 was released in 2013 in the Plasma Storm expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ayaka Yoshida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Secret card, this Charizard is among the premium chase cards from Plasma Storm. Secret Rare cards have card numbers that exceed the set total, making them highly sought after by completionists. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Plasma Storm 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 Charizard 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 Charizard 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: Charizard works best in Fire type decks.