Magcargo – HS—Undaunted (#6)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Magcargo (#6) is a Rare Holo card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HS—Undaunted released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Yuka Morii and the Searing Flame attack (20 damage), The Defending Pokémon is now Burned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $5.79, Cardmarket average sale is €1.03, Floor listings start near €0.35.
- TCGplayer market price: $5.79
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.64
- Recent low listing: €0.35
Card Details
- Set
- HS—Undaunted
- Card Number
- 6
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yuka Morii
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Searing Flame
[Fire, Colorless]
— 20
The Defending Pokémon is now Burned. -
Lava Flow
[Fire, Fire, Colorless]
— 60+
You may discard any number of Fire Energy cards attached to Magcargo. If you do , this attack does 60 damage plus 20 more damage for each Fire Energy card you discarded.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Magcargo from HS—Undaunted (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yuka Morii.
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 6 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Magcargo's Searing Flame deals 20 damage for Fire + Colorless energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon is now Burned.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS—Undaunted #6 ← Current | 100 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $5.79 |
�📦 HS—Undaunted Set Context
This Magcargo is part of the HS—Undaunted expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yuka Morii, 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 cards from HS—Undaunted are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yuka Morii 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.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Magcargo 6 was released in 2010 in the HS—Undaunted expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Yuka Morii. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: HS—Undaunted 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.