Chimchar – McDonald's Collection 2021 (#12)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Chimchar (#12) is a card from Other - McDonald's Collection 2021 released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Fury Swipes attack (10× damage), Flip 3 coins. This attack does 10 damage for each heads.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.00, Cardmarket average sale is €0.16, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.00
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.17
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- McDonald's Collection 2021
- Card Number
- 12
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 60
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Monferno
Attacks & Strategy
-
Fury Swipes
[Colorless]
— 10×
Flip 3 coins. This attack does 10 damage for each heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Chimchar from McDonald's Collection 2021 represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
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 Chimchar 12 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Chimchar's Fury Swipes deals 10× damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip 3 coins. This attack does 10 damage for each heads.
Stats Overview: 60 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's Collection 2021 #12 ← Current | 60 | 1 attack | Common | $0.30 |
�📦 McDonald's Collection 2021 Set Context
This Chimchar 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 Kouki Saitou, 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
- The illustration by Kouki Saitou 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 12 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 Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. 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 Chimchar have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ 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.