Torkoal – Cosmic Eclipse (#237)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Torkoal (#237) is a Rare Secret card from Sun & Moon - Cosmic Eclipse released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Ryota Murayama and the Fire Fling attack, Put 4 Fire Energy cards from your discard pile into your hand.. TCGplayer market price sits around $8.99, Cardmarket average sale is €7.33, Floor listings start near €1.90.
- TCGplayer market price: $8.99
- Cardmarket trend price: €6.09
- Recent low listing: €1.90
Card Details
- Set
- Cosmic Eclipse
- Card Number
- 237
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Secret
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryota Murayama
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Fire Fling
[Fire]
Put 4 Fire Energy cards from your discard pile into your hand. -
Kindle
[Fire, Fire, Fire]
— 100
Discard an Energy from this Pokémon. If you do, discard an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Torkoal from Cosmic Eclipse (Rare Secret) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryota Murayama.
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. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Torkoal 237 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Torkoal's Fire Fling for Fire energy. Special effect: Put 4 Fire Energy cards from your discard pile into your hand.
Stats Overview: 110 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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmic Eclipse #237 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare Secret | $8.99 |
�📦 Cosmic Eclipse Set Context
This Torkoal is part of the Cosmic Eclipse expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019. As a Rare Secret card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryota Murayama, 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 Torkoal 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 Cosmic Eclipse are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryota Murayama 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: Torkoal 237 was released in 2019 in the Cosmic Eclipse expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ryota Murayama. 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 Torkoal is among the premium chase cards from Cosmic Eclipse. 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: Cosmic Eclipse represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Torkoal with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Torkoal 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: Torkoal works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.