Charmeleon – Team Rocket Returns (#110)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Charmeleon (#110) is a Rare Secret card from EX - Team Rocket Returns released in 2004. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Smokescreen attack (10 damage), If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing.. TCGplayer market price sits around $49.80, Cardmarket average sale is €24.98, Floor listings start near €14.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $49.80
- Cardmarket trend price: €31.49
- Recent low listing: €14.99
Card Details
- Set
- Team Rocket Returns
- Card Number
- 110
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Secret
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Charizard
Attacks & Strategy
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Smokescreen
[Fire]
— 10
If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing. -
Fireworks
[Fire, Colorless]
— 40
Flip a coin. If tails, discard a Fire Energy card attached to Charmeleon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Charmeleon from Team Rocket Returns (Rare Secret) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2004, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
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 Charmeleon 110 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Charmeleon's Smokescreen deals 10 damage for Fire energy. Special effect: If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coi...
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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team Rocket Returns #110 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Rare Secret | $49.80 |
�📦 Team Rocket Returns Set Context
This Charmeleon is part of the Team Rocket Returns expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2004. As a Rare Secret card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, 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 Charmeleon 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 Team Rocket Returns are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori 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 110 was released in 2004 in the Team Rocket Returns expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ken Sugimori. 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 Charmeleon is among the premium chase cards from Team Rocket Returns. 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: Team Rocket Returns 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:
- 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: Charmeleon works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.