Charmeleon – Secret Wonders (#46)

Charmeleon Pokémon card — Secret Wonders #46, Uncommon
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Secret Wonders expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Charmeleon (#46) is an Uncommon card from Diamond & Pearl - Secret Wonders released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Atsuko Nishida and the Fire Fang attack (20 damage), The Defending Pokémon is now Burned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.86, Cardmarket average sale is €0.44, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.86
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.50
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.50 (CM) $0.86 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Secret Wonders
Card Number
46
Rarity
✨ Uncommon
Illustrator
🎨 Atsuko Nishida
HP
80
Type
🔥 Fire
Weaknesses
Water +20
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Charizard

Attacks & Strategy

  • Fire Fang [Fire] — 20
    The Defending Pokémon is now Burned.
  • Flare Tail [Fire, Fire, Colorless] — 50+
    Flip a coin. If heads, discard a Fire Energy attached to Charmeleon and this attack does 50 damage plus 20 more damage.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Charizard for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Charmeleon from Secret Wonders (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Atsuko Nishida.

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 Charmeleon 46 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Charmeleon's Fire Fang deals 20 damage for Fire energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon is now Burned.

Stats Overview: 80 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water +20

Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.

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�📦 Secret Wonders Set Context

This Charmeleon is part of the Secret Wonders expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Atsuko Nishida, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Charmeleon card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Secret Wonders are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Atsuko Nishida 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: Charmeleon 46 was released in 2007 in the Secret Wonders expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Atsuko Nishida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Secret Wonders 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 Charmeleon with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Charmeleon card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fire energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Charmeleon works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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