Charmander – McDonald's Collection 2021 (#9)

Price Overview & Key Facts
Charmander (#9) is a card from Other - McDonald's Collection 2021 released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Scratch attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $2.75, Cardmarket average sale is €2.66, Floor listings start near €0.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.75
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.32
- Recent low listing: €0.50
Card Details
- Set
- McDonald's Collection 2021
- Card Number
- 9
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Charmeleon
Attacks & Strategy
- Scratch [Colorless] — 10
- Flame Tail [Fire, Colorless] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Charmander from McDonald's Collection 2021 represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Charmander 9 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Charmander's Scratch deals 10 damage for Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 70 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 Charmander Cards
Looking for other Charmander cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
McDonald's Collection 2021 #9 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.57 |
�📦 McDonald's Collection 2021 Set Context
This Charmander is part of the McDonald's Collection 2021 expansion , released as part of the Other series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Charmander 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
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno 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: Charmander 9 was released in 2021 in the McDonald's Collection 2021 expansion. This set is part of the Other series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: McDonald's Collection 2021 represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Charmander 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 Charmander 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: Charmander works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.