Monferno – Majestic Dawn (#41)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Monferno (#41) is an Uncommon card from Diamond & Pearl - Majestic Dawn released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Daisuke Ito and the Fire Fang attack (30 damage), The Defending Pokémon is now Burned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.62, Cardmarket average sale is €0.31, Floor listings start near €0.04.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.62
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.26
- Recent low listing: €0.04
Card Details
- Set
- Majestic Dawn
- Card Number
- 41
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Daisuke Ito
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water +20
- Evolves To
- Infernape
Attacks & Strategy
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Fire Fang
[Fire]
— 30
The Defending Pokémon is now Burned. -
Mid-air Strike
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 30 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Monferno from Majestic Dawn (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Daisuke Ito.
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 Monferno 41 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Monferno's Fire Fang deals 30 damage for Fire energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon is now Burned.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water +20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Monferno Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Majestic Dawn #41 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.62 |
�📦 Majestic Dawn Set Context
This Monferno is part of the Majestic Dawn expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Daisuke 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 Monferno 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 Majestic Dawn are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Daisuke 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Monferno 41 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 Daisuke Ito. 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 Monferno with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Monferno 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: Monferno works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.