Moltres – Majestic Dawn (#10)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Moltres (#10) is a Rare Holo card from Diamond & Pearl - Majestic Dawn released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Scorching Wing attack (100 damage), Discard all Fire Energy attached to Moltres.. TCGplayer market price sits around $21.61, Cardmarket average sale is €5.48, Floor listings start near €1.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $21.61
- Cardmarket trend price: €8.62
- Recent low listing: €1.00
Card Details
- Set
- Majestic Dawn
- Card Number
- 10
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Flame Charge
Once during your turn, when you put Moltres from your hand onto your Bench, you may flip a coin. If heads, search your discard pile for up to 3 Fire Energy cards and attach them to Moltres.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Scorching Wing
[Fire, Fire, Colorless]
— 100
Discard all Fire Energy attached to Moltres.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Moltres from Majestic Dawn (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
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 Moltres 10 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Moltres's Scorching Wing deals 100 damage for Fire + Fire + Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard all Fire Energy attached to Moltres.
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Majestic Dawn #10 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $21.61 |
�📦 Majestic Dawn Set Context
This Moltres is part of the Majestic Dawn expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Majestic Dawn are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno 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 10 was released in 2008 in the Majestic Dawn expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Majestic Dawn 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 Moltres 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 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.