Toxicroak – Flashfire (#102)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Toxicroak (#102) is a Rare Ultra card from XY - Flashfire released in 2014. It showcases artwork by Ryo Ueda and the Triple Poison attack, Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned. Put 3 damage counters instead of 1 on that Pokémon between turns.. TCGplayer market price sits around $13.65, Cardmarket average sale is €9.82, Floor listings start near €3.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $13.65
- Cardmarket trend price: €10.77
- Recent low listing: €3.99
Card Details
- Set
- Flashfire
- Card Number
- 102
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryo Ueda
- HP
- 170
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Triple Poison
[Colorless, Colorless]
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned. Put 3 damage counters instead of 1 on that Pokémon between turns. -
Smash Uppercut
[Psychic, Psychic, Colorless]
— 80
This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Toxicroak from Flashfire (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2014, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryo Ueda.
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 Toxicroak 102 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Toxicroak's Triple Poison for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned. Put 3 damage counters instead of 1 on that Pokémon b...
Stats Overview: 170 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flashfire #102 ← Current | 170 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $13.65 |
�📦 Flashfire Set Context
This Toxicroak is part of the Flashfire expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2014. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryo Ueda, 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 Toxicroak 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 Ultra cards from Flashfire are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryo Ueda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Toxicroak 102 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 Ryo Ueda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Toxicroak is among the premium chase cards from Flashfire. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
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: Psychic type Pokémon like Toxicroak 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 Toxicroak 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Toxicroak works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.