Torkoal – Flashfire (#16)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Torkoal (#16) is an Uncommon card from XY - Flashfire released in 2014. It showcases artwork by Akira Komayama and the Live Coal attack (20 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.21, Cardmarket average sale is €0.15, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.21
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.16
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Flashfire
- Card Number
- 16
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Akira Komayama
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
- Live Coal [Fire] — 20
-
Flamethrower
[Fire, Fire, Colorless]
— 80
Flip a coin. If tails, discard an Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Torkoal from Flashfire (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2014, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Akira Komayama.
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 Torkoal 16 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Torkoal's Live Coal deals 20 damage for Fire energy.
Stats Overview: 100 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 Torkoal Cards
Looking for other Torkoal cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flashfire #16 ← Current | 100 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.21 |
�📦 Flashfire Set Context
This Torkoal is part of the Flashfire expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2014.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Akira Komayama, 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: 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 Flashfire are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Akira Komayama 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.
More from Flashfire
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Torkoal 16 was released in 2014 in the Flashfire expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Akira Komayama. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Flashfire 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 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
- 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.