Entei – Obsidian Flames (#30)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Entei (#30) is a Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Obsidian Flames released in 2023. It showcases artwork by toriyufu and the Blaze Ball attack (60+ damage), This attack does 20 more damage for each Fire Energy attached to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.12, Cardmarket average sale is €0.08, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.12
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.09
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Obsidian Flames
- Card Number
- 30
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 toriyufu
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Pressure
As long as this Pokémon is in the Active Spot, attacks used by your opponent's Active Pokémon do 20 less damage (before applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
-
Blaze Ball
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60+
This attack does 20 more damage for each Fire Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Entei from Obsidian Flames (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator toriyufu.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Entei 30 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Entei's Blaze Ball deals 60+ damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 20 more damage for each Fire Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 130 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 Entei Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obsidian Flames #30 ← Current | 130 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.12 |
�📦 Obsidian Flames Set Context
This Entei is part of the Obsidian Flames expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by toriyufu, 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 Entei 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 Obsidian Flames are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by toriyufu 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: Entei 30 was released in 2023 in the Obsidian Flames expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by toriyufu. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Obsidian Flames is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Entei have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Entei 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: Entei works best in Fire type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.