Magcargo – Neo Revelation (#33)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Magcargo (#33) is an Uncommon card from Neo - Neo Revelation released in 2001. It showcases artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida and the Lava Flow attack (40+ damage), You may discard any number of Fire Energy cards attached to Magcargo when you use this attack. If you do, this attack does 40 damage plus 20 more damage for each Fire Energy card you discarded in this way.. Cardmarket average sale is €0.81, Floor listings start near €0.04.
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.07
- Recent low listing: €0.04
Card Details
- Set
- Neo Revelation
- Card Number
- 33
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin-ichi Yoshida
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Magma Pool
If Magcargo is your Active Pokémon and moves to the Bench, remove 1 Fire Energy card attached to Magcargo, if any, and attach it to the new Active Pokémon. (You can't choose an Energy card that you used to pay the Retreat Cost.)
Attacks & Strategy
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Lava Flow
[Fire, Fire, Fire]
— 40+
You may discard any number of Fire Energy cards attached to Magcargo when you use this attack. If you do, this attack does 40 damage plus 20 more damage for each Fire Energy card you discarded in this way.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Magcargo from Neo Revelation (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2001, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin-ichi Yoshida.
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 33 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Magcargo's Lava Flow deals 40+ damage for Fire + Fire + Fire energy. Special effect: You may discard any number of Fire Energy cards attached to Magcargo when you use this attack. If yo...
Stats Overview: 80 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Revelation #33 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Uncommon | N/A |
�📦 Neo Revelation Set Context
This Magcargo is part of the Neo Revelation expansion , released as part of the Neo series in 2001.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida, 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
- Uncommon cards from Neo Revelation are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin-ichi Yoshida 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 33 was released in 2001 in the Neo Revelation expansion. This set is part of the Neo series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin-ichi Yoshida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Neo Revelation 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 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 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.