Dark-magcargo – Neo Destiny (#18)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dark-magcargo (#18) is a Rare card from Neo - Neo Destiny released in 2002. It showcases artwork by Toshinao Aoki and the Ball of Flame attack (20 damage), You may discard a Fire Energy card attached to Dark Magcargo when you use this attack. If you do and if your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, choose 1 of them and this attack does 20 damage to it. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). Cardmarket average sale is €2.88, Floor listings start near €0.50.
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.37
- Recent low listing: €0.50
Card Details
- Set
- Neo Destiny
- Card Number
- 18
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Toshinao Aoki
- HP
- 60
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Hot Plate
As long as Dark Magcargo is your Active Pokémon, whenever a player puts a Baby Pokémon or Basic Pokémon onto his or her Bench from his or her hand, this power does 10 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance.) This power stops working if Dark Magcargo is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed.
Attacks & Strategy
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Ball of Flame
[Fire, Fire]
— 20
You may discard a Fire Energy card attached to Dark Magcargo when you use this attack. If you do and if your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, choose 1 of them and this attack does 20 damage to it. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dark-magcargo from Neo Destiny (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2002, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Toshinao Aoki.
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 Dark-magcargo 18 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Dark-magcargo's Ball of Flame deals 20 damage for Fire + Fire energy. Special effect: You may discard a Fire Energy card attached to Dark Magcargo when you use this attack. If you do and...
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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Destiny #18 ← Current | 60 | 1 attack | Rare | N/A |
�📦 Neo Destiny Set Context
This Dark-magcargo is part of the Neo Destiny expansion , released as part of the Neo series in 2002.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Toshinao Aoki, 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 Dark-magcargo 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
- Rare cards from Neo Destiny are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Toshinao Aoki 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: Dark-magcargo 18 was released in 2002 in the Neo Destiny expansion. This set is part of the Neo series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Toshinao Aoki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Neo Destiny 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 Dark-magcargo 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 Dark-magcargo 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: Dark-magcargo works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.