Moltres – 151 (#146)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Moltres (#146) is a Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - 151 released in 2023. It showcases artwork by KEIICHIRO ITO and the Blazing Flight attack, Discard 2 Fire Energy from this Pokémon. This attack does 120 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.27, Cardmarket average sale is €0.20, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.27
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.26
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- 151
- Card Number
- 146
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 KEIICHIRO ITO
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Flare Float
If this Pokémon has any Fire Energy attached, it has no Retreat Cost.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Blazing Flight
[Fire, Fire, Fire]
Discard 2 Fire Energy from this Pokémon. This attack does 120 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Moltres from 151 (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator KEIICHIRO ITO.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Moltres 146 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Moltres's Blazing Flight for Fire + Fire + Fire energy. Special effect: Discard 2 Fire Energy from this Pokémon. This attack does 120 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched...
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 151 #146 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.27 |
�📦 151 Set Context
This Moltres is part of the 151 expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by KEIICHIRO ITO, 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 Moltres 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 151 are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by KEIICHIRO ITO 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: Moltres 146 was released in 2023 in the 151 expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by KEIICHIRO ITO. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: 151 is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Moltres have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Moltres 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: Moltres works best in Fire type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.