Infernape – Diamond & Pearl (#121)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Infernape (#121) is a Rare Holo Lv.x card from Diamond & Pearl - Diamond & Pearl released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Shizurow and the Flare Up attack (150 damage), Search your discard pile for 8 Fire Energy cards, show them to your opponent, and shuffle them into your deck. (This attack does nothing if you don't have 8 Fire Energy cards in your discard pile.). TCGplayer market price sits around $58.31, Cardmarket average sale is €23.80, Floor listings start near €3.95.
- TCGplayer market price: $58.31
- Cardmarket trend price: €26.14
- Recent low listing: €3.95
Card Details
- Set
- Diamond & Pearl
- Card Number
- 121
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Lv.x
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shizurow
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water +30
Abilities
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Burning Head
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may look at the top 3 cards of your deck, choose 1 of them, and put it into your hand. Discard the other 2 cards. This power can't be used if Infernape is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
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Flare Up
[Fire, Fire]
— 150
Search your discard pile for 8 Fire Energy cards, show them to your opponent, and shuffle them into your deck. (This attack does nothing if you don't have 8 Fire Energy cards in your discard pile.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (75.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Infernape from Diamond & Pearl (Rare Holo Lv.x) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shizurow.
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 Infernape 121 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Infernape's Flare Up deals 150 damage for Fire + Fire energy. Special effect: Search your discard pile for 8 Fire Energy cards, show them to your opponent, and shuffle them into ...
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water +30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond & Pearl #121 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Lv.x | $58.31 |
�📦 Diamond & Pearl Set Context
This Infernape is part of the Diamond & Pearl expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shizurow, 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 Infernape 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 Holo Lv.x cards from Diamond & Pearl are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shizurow 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: Infernape 121 was released in 2007 in the Diamond & Pearl 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 Shizurow. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Diamond & Pearl 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 Infernape 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 Infernape 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: Infernape works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.