Market outlook
Stable Outlook 3/10
Standard modern uncommon cards usually trade close to bulk values unless tied to a sought-after master set, grading population spike, or playability demand.
Next months. Likely to remain near bulk/low-single-card pricing with modest movement only in sealed-product openings or completionist demand.
Long term. Expect stable low value over 1-3 years unless collector interest in Korean printings of Inferno X rises materially.
History
Darmanitan (ヒヒダルマ) is a Fire-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V as the evolved form of Darumaka. It is known for its intense, bursting combat style and, in some forms, its ability to change into a powerful Zen Mode, making it a recurring favorite in both competitive play and collectible card sets.
This Korean 016/080 Darmanitan appears to be from the 2025 Korean release of Inferno X (M2), aligned with the Japanese Inferno X expansion and corresponding to the English Phantasmal Flames release line.
- The card is numbered 016/080 and listed as an Uncommon (U) in the Korean Inferno X set.
- The Japanese version is identified as ヒヒダルマ U in the expansion インフェルノX, confirming the same card identity across languages.
- The card was revealed ahead of release and later associated with the international Mega Evolution—Phantasmal Flames product line.
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Uncommon
- Print run
- High
- First printed in
- Inferno X (Korean M2 / 대응 Japanese expansion: Inferno X)
- Demand
- Low
- Supply
- High
- Pack-pulled regular uncommon card rather than a chase rarity.
- Modern 2025 release likely printed in large quantities.
- No special stamp, parallel, or alternate-art treatment indicated.
Collector notes
Condition. Check centering, corner wear, edge whitening, and surface scratches, especially on the holo-free uncommon finish. Korean printings can show minor factory edge roughness and back-surface scuffing from pack collation.
Storage. Store in a penny sleeve and rigid top loader or graded holder, away from humidity, heat, and UV exposure. Keep it flat and avoid repeated handling to preserve edges and centering.
Authenticity. Verify the exact 016/080 numbering, Korean text layout, correct set symbol, and print quality. Counterfeits often have blurry text, off-color backs, weak card stock, or inconsistent fonts and spacing versus authentic Korean Pokémon cards.
Sources: ebay.com, bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net, ungraded.com, krystalkollectz.com, pkmn.gg