Series: Mega Evolution
Phantasmal Flames Release Date: November 14, 2025
Set Abbreviation: PFL
Phantasmal Flames dropped November 14, 2025 and brought Mega Evolutions back to the TCG for the first time in the Scarlet/Violet era. Three months later the hype has settled and prices have found their floor. Here's where things stand with prices as of July 2026!
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Phantasmal Flames Price Snapshot: Three Months Post-Launch
Both headline Mega Charizard X ex cards were opening in the $726-850 range at launch, and most SIRs were clearing $150-300. Those numbers have dropped hard. What you're seeing now is where the market actually lands once the launch hype dies down.
10. Wigglytuff - $7.33
Set: Phantasmal Flames
Card Number: #105/094
Rarity: Illustration Rare
What has become somewhat of a meme card for the set, Wigglytuff's Illustration Rare showcases the Pokémon leading a choir of Jigglypuffs through a concert. It's huge lifeless eyes can make it seem unsettling at times.
9. Piplup - $16.31
Set: Phantasmal Flames
Card Number: #098/094
Rarity: Illustration Rare
The snow cave Piplup is one of those cards that just works due to its cozy style. Still once of the more popular cards in this set, this Starter Pokémon shows it holds a strong fanbase. Lifestyle collectors keep this one moving regardless of where the broader market goes.
8. Rotom ex - $17.49
Set: Phantasmal Flames
Card Number: #126/094
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
Every Rotom form crammed into one card. The Multi Adapter ability actually saw competitive play, which kept a floor under this one that the rest of the SIRs at this price point couldn't claim until more sets with more competitive cards were released.
7. Mega Lopunny ex - $18.56
Set: Phantasmal Flames
Card Number: #128/094
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
Mega Lopunny's SIR has hovered around this price point since around January with little variance. The swirling colors provide a vibrant piece to any collection, but the release of more popular Mega Evolution cards since has caused Lopunny to be left behind.
6. Mega Sharpedo ex - $21.48
Set: Phantasmal Flames
Card Number: #127/094
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
A similar thing can be said for Mega Sharpedo's SIR. While the action and colors pop on this card, collectors' attentions have all shifted to newer cards in terms of both artwork and playability.
5. Meowth - $21.99
Set: Phantasmal Flames
Card Number: #106/094
Rarity: Illustration Rare
On the flipside of things, Meowth's Illustration Rare has seen a bit of a surge over the last few months with the announcement of the 30th Anniversary set. This sneaky feline posed up in a tree with the throwback looking Kanto background is something that collectors still want.
4. Dawn - $30.76
Set: Phantasmal Flames
Card Number: #129/094
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
The only trainer card to make the cut at the moment, the Dawn SIR is a prime example of lifestyle come to life on a card. Dawn with her bicycle simply making her way through the mountains and valleys stands as a metaphor for life's journeys.
3. Mega Charizard X ex - $33.25
Set: Phantasmal Flames
Card Number: #109/094
Rarity: Ultra Rare
Same illustrator as the Gold Mega Hyper Rare below, completely different vibe, this one goes full neon with electric magentas and greens. It's the most attainable of the three Charizard entries on this list and the realistic option if you want the a colorful Charizard card without spending $300+.
2. Mega Charizard X ex - $355.39
Set: Phantasmal Flames
Card Number: #130/094
Rarity: Mega Hyper Rare
takuyoa's gold treatment on Mega Charizard X ex launched at roughly the same price as the SIR above, but has dropped harder. The market has pretty clearly decided it prefers the painted SIR over the gold version.
1. Mega Charizard X ex - $879.82
Set: Phantasmal Flames
Card Number: #125/094
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
danciao's Mega Charizard X ex is the undisputed chase card of this set and it hasn't really been close. This is the only card in the set to have seen a noticable increase in value after the post-release lull. The fiery demeanor and contrasting colors between the king and his pre-evolved forms is exactly what makes this piece such a mainstay in the Mega Evolution Era.
Final Thoughts
Phantasmal Flames came in hot and the data has been pretty clear about what actually held. While some have held steady and some have tanked, as the hype around new sets continues to come and go, the clear winner is always going to be the Mega Charizard X ex Special Illustration Rare. This comes a shock to absolutely no one, but it bears repeating that Charizard remains king.
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FAQ
What is the most valuable card in Phantasmal Flames?
The most valuable card in Phantasmal Flames is Mega Charizard X ex #125/094, a Special Illustration Rare illustrated by danciao. As of February 2026, it trades around $598 on Rare Candy, making it one of the most valuable Scarlet/Violet era SIRs in the current market.
How much have Phantasmal Flames card prices dropped since launch?
Most Special Illustration Rares in Phantasmal Flames have dropped 80-90% from their Week 1 prices following the November 14, 2025 launch. The two premium Mega Charizard X ex cards have held value considerably better: the SIR (#125) is down roughly 24% and the Gold Mega Hyper Rare (#130) is down roughly 51% from launch.
Is it a good time to buy Phantasmal Flames cards?
Three months post-launch, Phantasmal Flames is at one of its more accessible price points since release. The SIRs that opened at $120-300 are now trading in the $22-34 range. If you're building toward a complete set, the current market is a lot more approachable than those first few weeks after release.
Are there multiple Mega Charizard X ex cards in Phantasmal Flames?
Yes, three distinct Mega Charizard X ex variants are in Phantasmal Flames: an Ultra Rare (#109/094), a Special Illustration Rare (#125/094), and a Gold Mega Hyper Rare (#130/094). All three share the Inferno X attack. The SIR is the most valuable at $598, followed by the Gold Mega Hyper Rare at $388, and the Ultra Rare at $34.
