Moltres – Supreme Victors (#149)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Moltres (#149) is a Rare Secret card from Platinum - Supreme Victors released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Toshinao Aoki and the Hyper Flame attack (60 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, discard a Fire Energy attached to Moltres. If tails, discard all Energy attached to Moltres.. TCGplayer market price sits around $181.78, Cardmarket average sale is €41.99, Floor listings start near €12.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $181.78
- Cardmarket trend price: €65.92
- Recent low listing: €12.00
Card Details
- Set
- Supreme Victors
- Card Number
- 149
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Secret
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Toshinao Aoki
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Hyper Flame
[Fire, Fire, Fire]
— 60
Flip a coin. If heads, discard a Fire Energy attached to Moltres. If tails, discard all Energy attached to Moltres.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Moltres from Supreme Victors (Rare Secret) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Toshinao Aoki.
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. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Moltres 149 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Moltres's Hyper Flame deals 60 damage for Fire + Fire + Fire energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, discard a Fire Energy attached to Moltres. If tails, discard all Energy attac...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Fire Type • 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supreme Victors #149 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Rare Secret | $181.78 |
�📦 Supreme Victors Set Context
This Moltres is part of the Supreme Victors expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009. As a Rare Secret card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Toshinao Aoki, 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: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Secret cards from Supreme Victors are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Toshinao Aoki 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 149 was released in 2009 in the Supreme Victors expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Toshinao Aoki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Secret card, this Moltres is among the premium chase cards from Supreme Victors. Secret Rare cards have card numbers that exceed the set total, making them highly sought after by completionists. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Supreme Victors 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
- Magnetic holders recommended
- 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.