Moltres – Brilliant Stars (#21)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Moltres (#21) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Brilliant Stars released in 2022. It showcases artwork by otumami and the Inferno Wings attack (20+ damage), If this Pokémon has any damage counters on it, this attack does 70 more damage. This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.24, Cardmarket average sale is €0.17, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.24
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.18
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Brilliant Stars
- Card Number
- 21
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 otumami
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Inferno Wings
[Fire]
— 20+
If this Pokémon has any damage counters on it, this attack does 70 more damage. This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Moltres from Brilliant Stars (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator otumami.
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 Moltres 21 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Moltres's Inferno Wings deals 20+ damage for Fire energy. Special effect: If this Pokémon has any damage counters on it, this attack does 70 more damage. This attack's damage...
Stats Overview: 120 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 Moltres Cards
Looking for other Moltres cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brilliant Stars #21 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $0.24 |
�📦 Brilliant Stars Set Context
This Moltres is part of the Brilliant Stars expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by otumami, 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 Holo cards from Brilliant Stars are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by otumami 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: Moltres 21 was released in 2022 in the Brilliant Stars expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by otumami. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Brilliant Stars represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
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. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.