Mega Charizard X ex

Market outlook

Rising Outlook 8/10

Consistent price increases in graded sales data from 2025-2026, high sales volume for #125/#130, Charizard hype sustains post-release value.

Next months. Continued upward pressure with 10-20% appreciation in next 3-6 months due to high volume

Long term. Strong hold at $1,500+ for gem mint copies over 1-3 years as set staple chase card

History

Charizard is the iconic Fire/Flying-type Pokémon from Generation 1, evolving from Charmander and Charmeleon. Mega Charizard X is its Dragon/Fire mega evolution introduced in Pokémon X and Y, featuring a darker blue-black design with enhanced power and the signature move Inferno X.

First printed in the Phantasmal Flames set (ME02) in 2023 as part of the Pokémon Trading Card Game's Scarlet & Violet era.

• Mega Charizard X ex has 360 HP, the highest among its prints, with the powerful RR Inferno X attack doing 90x damage per discarded Fire Energy.
• Features Special Illustration Rare artwork by takuyoa on 125/094.
• Legal in Standard format with I Regulation Mark.

Rarity and print run

Tier

Secret Rare

Print run

Low

First printed in

Phantasmal Flames (PFL/ME02)

Demand

Very High

Supply

Low

• Special Illustration Rare pull rate under 1/100 packs
• Multiple premium print variants increase collector chase
• Charizard branding drives premium pricing

Collector notes

Condition. Check for centering issues on full art borders, print lines on holo patterns, edge whitening, surface scratches on the dragon wing artwork, and corner dings common on thick Special Illustration Rares.

Storage. Store in semi-rigid top loaders with cardboard inserts, use acid-free sleeves, keep in cool dry environment away from sunlight to prevent holo oxidation.

Authenticity. Verify holofoil pattern matches official takuyoa SIR sparkle, check card stock thickness and weight, scan QR code if present, compare fonts and numbering to official Limitless TCG database images; fakes often have blurry attacks or incorrect energy symbols.