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Series: Scarlet & Violet
White Flare Release Date: July 18th, 2025
Set Abbreviation: WHT
Released on July 18, 2025, White Flare has quickly become a collector favorite, featuring the new Black & White Rares (BWR) rarity and boasting incredible Special Illustration Rares (SIRs). With many fans looking back fondly of the Unovan region and it's unique Legendaries and Mythicals, this set was destined to shine.
In this guide, we’re breaking down the Top 10 most valuable White Flare cards using current Rare Candy singles market data.
*Market values as of time of publishing
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10. Chandelure (Illustration Rare) – $42.07
Chandelure’s IR kicks off our top 10 with a blend of elegance and menace. Illustrated by Kuroimori, the artwork captures Chandelure’s ghostly style perfectly, making it a standout chase card for Ghost-type collectors.
Card Number: #103/086
Rarity: Illustration Rare
9. Zoroark (Illustration Rare) – $44.36
Zoroark’s Illustration Rare perfectly captures the aura behind this Pokémon’s enduring popularity, brought to life through sly artwork by illustrator Iwamoto05. Given Zoroark’s status as a fan favorite, it’s no surprise the Pokémon continues to receive Illustration Rare treatments, much like in Journey Together.
Card Number: #143/086
Rarity: Illustration Rare
8. Samurott (Illustration Rare) – $46.46
Samurott stands out among the other starter Pokémon in this set with its regal appearance, depicted against crashing waves and surrounded by Wingulls. The trend continues from the Black & White era, as Samurott consistently boasts some of the most powerful and striking card art.
Card Number: #107/086
Rarity: Illustration Rare
7. Jellicent ex (Special Illustration Rare) – $50.84
Jellicent ex’s SIR is the first Special Illustration Rare to appear on the list, defined by its haunting underwater atmosphere and the inclusion of both the male and female forms in the artwork. Its ability, Oceanic Curse, also gives it competitive relevance, making this card a blend of striking art and playable strength.
Card Number: #168/086
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
6. Keldeo ex (Special Illustration Rare) – $60.16
The D’Artagnan of the Swords of Justice, Keldeo ex’s Special Illustration Rare features vibrant natural colors and warm glowing tones. As a Mythical fan favorite, it’s no surprise this card holds a strong position in the middle of our top 10.
Card Number: #167/086
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
5. Hilda (Special Illustration Rare Trainer) – $81.05
Hilda’s SIR is the definitive Trainer card of White Flare. Featuring her first full-art appearance in years, the card showcases her connection with her Pokémon team—Zebstrika, Emboar, and Unfezant—flanking her and ready to attack.
Card Number: #171/086
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
4. Hydreigon ex (Special Illustration Rare) – $81.43
The Hydreigon ex SIR highlights the Dragon’s chaotic three-headed form with incredible texture patterns that mirror the flow of the storm it summons. Takumi Wada’s artwork makes this card a top chase for many collectors.
Card Number: #169/086
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
3. Reshiram ex (Special Illustration Rare) – $202.85
Kicking off the top three is the final Special Illustration Rare on the list. The Reshiram ex SIR captures the legendary Pokémon’s intimidating presence and radiant aura. As the mascot of Pokémon White, this card is an obvious pick for collectors of the set.
Card Number: #166/086
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
2. Reshiram ex (Black & White Rare) – $431.11
The introduction of the new BWR rarity was a strong aesthetic choice for this set, with Reshiram’s monochromatic, heavily textured card exuding ferocity with a hint of elegance. While the card has seen a noticeable double-digit percentage drop in value, it still reigns supreme over all White Flare cards—except one.
Card Number: #173/086
Rarity: Black & White Rare
1. Victini (Black & White Rare) – $473.15
Similar to the top 10 in Black Bolt, the White Flare Victini BWR reigns supreme—even over its Black Bolt counterpart—by a significant margin. The opportunity to chase an English version of a card whose Japanese equivalent was only available as a hard-to-obtain promo has collectors still hunting for the elusive Mythical.
Card Number: #172/086
Rarity: Black & White Rare
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Why These Cards Define White Flare
Legendary & Mythical Focus – Reshiram, Victini, and Keldeo ensure the set’s top pulls carry massive lore significance.
Art-Driven Appeal – Illustration Rares like Chandelure and Zoroark prove that art direction alone can fuel demand, even for mid-tier cards.
Trainer Spotlight – Hilda’s SIR shows that character-driven cards remain market leaders, pushing values higher than expected.
BWR Prestige – As with Black Bolt, the Black & White Rare tier dominates the top spots, cementing these as grail-level pulls.
Final Thoughts
White Flare has firmly established itself as one of the hottest sets in the Scarlet & Violet era, balancing fiery Legendary showcases with some of the most memorable Illustration Rares to date. Whether you’re chasing the high-end BWR grails or building a binder full of atmospheric mid-tier cards, White Flare offers something for every collector.
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