Chimchar – Majestic Dawn (#57)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Chimchar (#57) is a Common card from Diamond & Pearl - Majestic Dawn released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Naoyo Kimura and the Fury Swipes attack (10× damage), Flip 3 coins. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.59, Cardmarket average sale is €0.23, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.59
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.18
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Majestic Dawn
- Card Number
- 57
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoyo Kimura
- HP
- 50
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water +10
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Monferno
Attacks & Strategy
-
Fury Swipes
[Colorless]
— 10×
Flip 3 coins. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Chimchar from Majestic Dawn (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoyo Kimura.
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 Chimchar 57 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Chimchar's Fury Swipes deals 10× damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip 3 coins. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water +10
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Chimchar Cards
Looking for other Chimchar cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Majestic Dawn #57 ← Current | 50 | 1 attack | Common | $0.59 |
�📦 Majestic Dawn Set Context
This Chimchar is part of the Majestic Dawn expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoyo Kimura, 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 Chimchar 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
- Common cards from Majestic Dawn are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Naoyo Kimura 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: Chimchar 57 was released in 2008 in the Majestic Dawn 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 Naoyo Kimura. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Majestic Dawn 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 Chimchar have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Chimchar 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: Chimchar works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.