Magcargo – Celestial Storm (#24)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Magcargo (#24) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Celestial Storm released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Combustion attack (50 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $1.07, Cardmarket average sale is €6.62, Floor listings start near €3.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.07
- Cardmarket trend price: €6.67
- Recent low listing: €3.50
Card Details
- Set
- Celestial Storm
- Card Number
- 24
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Smooth Over
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may search your deck for a card, shuffle your deck, then put that card on top of it.
Attacks & Strategy
- Combustion [Fire, Colorless, Colorless] — 50
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Magcargo from Celestial Storm (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Midori Harada.
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 Magcargo 24 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Magcargo's Combustion deals 50 damage for Fire + Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 90 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 Magcargo Cards
Looking for other Magcargo cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestial Storm #24 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Rare | $1.07 |
�📦 Celestial Storm Set Context
This Magcargo is part of the Celestial Storm expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Midori Harada, 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 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 Celestial Storm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Midori Harada 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: Magcargo 24 was released in 2018 in the Celestial Storm expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Midori Harada. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Celestial Storm represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Magcargo 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 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: Magcargo works best in Fire type decks.