Magcargo – Dragon (#95)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Magcargo (#95) is a Rare Holo Ex card from EX - Dragon released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Hikaru Koike and the Melting Mountain attack (20 damage), Discard the top card from your deck. If that card is a basic Energy card, attach it to Magcargo ex.. TCGplayer market price sits around $45.33, Cardmarket average sale is €15.32, Floor listings start near €3.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $45.33
- Cardmarket trend price: €23.40
- Recent low listing: €3.99
Card Details
- Set
- Dragon
- Card Number
- 95
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hikaru Koike
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Melting Mountain
[Fire]
— 20
Discard the top card from your deck. If that card is a basic Energy card, attach it to Magcargo ex. -
Lava Flow
[Fire, Fire, Colorless]
— 40+
You may discard any number of basic Energy cards attached to Magcargo ex when you use this attack. If you do, this attack does 40 damage plus 20 more damage for each basic Energy card you discarded.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Magcargo from Dragon (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hikaru Koike.
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 Magcargo 95 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Magcargo's Melting Mountain deals 20 damage for Fire energy. Special effect: Discard the top card from your deck. If that card is a basic Energy card, attach it to Magcargo ex.
Stats Overview: 100 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon #95 ← Current | 100 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Ex | $45.33 |
�📦 Dragon Set Context
This Magcargo is part of the Dragon expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hikaru Koike, 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 Holo Ex cards from Dragon are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hikaru Koike 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.
More from Dragon
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Magcargo 95 was released in 2003 in the Dragon expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Hikaru Koike. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Dragon 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 Magcargo with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.