Phantasmal Flames Master Set: 214 Cards, Checklist & Prices
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2025
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Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames chase cards & key targets
Mega Charizard X ex leads Phantasmal Flames at $781.21, with Mega Charizard X ex ($325.91) and Mega Charizard X ex ($30.07) behind it. The top three alone are 99% of the estimated master-set cost — plan these purchases first and the rest of the set follows on a normal budget.
| Rank | Card | Number | Rarity | Variant | Market Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 |  Mega Charizard X ex | 125/94 | Special Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $781.21 |
| #2 |  Mega Charizard X ex | 130/94 | Mega Hyper Rare | Holofoil | $325.91 |
| #3 |  Mega Charizard X ex | 109/94 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $30.07 |
| #4 |  Dawn | 129/94 | Special Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $23.33 |
| #5 |  Meowth | 106/94 | Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $21.80 |
| #6 |  Mega Sharpedo ex | 127/94 | Special Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $20.61 |
| #7 |  Rotom ex | 126/94 | Special Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $19.61 |
| #8 |  Mega Lopunny ex | 128/94 | Special Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $17.56 |
| #9 |  Piplup | 98/94 | Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $15.56 |
| #10 |  Wigglytuff | 105/94 | Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $6.20 |
Acquisition Strategy
- • Monitor price trends - chase cards often fluctuate based on tournament results and influencer coverage
- • Consider condition flexibility - a LP/MP copy can save 30-50% on vintage cards
- • Check multiple marketplaces - prices vary significantly between TCGPlayer, eBay, and local stores
- • Buy during market dips - major releases and reprints often cause temporary price drops
What's in the Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames master set
The Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames master set is 214 cards: 94 base + 84 reverse holos + 36 secret rares. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 94/94.
Open the Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames binder layout planner →
About this set
Phantasmal Flames pairs Mega Charizard X ex (blue-flame dragon form) with Mega Gengar ex (purple phantasmal ghost) in a compact main set focused on Fire and Darkness types. The combination triggers intense X/Y generation nostalgia and introduces competitively viable cards like Battle Colosseum and Dawn. The set's manga-influenced artwork uses silhouette borders and prismatic foils that make the Special Illustration Rares visually distinctive.
One thing to know upfront: Mega Gengar ex appears here as a Double Rare only. The famous Mega Gengar ex SIR belongs to the later Ascended Heroes (me2pt5) expansion. The headline chase card of Phantasmal Flames is Mega Charizard X ex in two versions. The SIR #125 commands a steep premium, and the gold Mega Hyper Rare #130 (1:1,000-1,250 pull rate) has settled well below it. Together they define the set's collecting identity, which is a one-card set in the best and worst sense.
Where Phantasmal Flames fits in the era
Released November 14, 2025 as the second expansion in the Mega Evolution series, following the base Mega Evolution set from September 2025. Phantasmal Flames ties in to the Pokémon Legends: Z-A game (2026) and the Kalos region's return. At 94 main set cards, this is the smallest English main set in years, comparable to 2010's HS Undaunted and 2017's Crimson Invasion. The set pulls primarily from Japan's Inferno X expansion (80 cards) plus cards from the Mega Gengar ex and Mega Diancie ex Starter Decks that released separately in Japan. The launch was marred by bot-scalper pre-orders claiming 42,000+ items and subsequent mass cancellations. It reached mainstream gaming news outlets including GameRant and Kotaku in what some called 'the most disastrous launch in recent memory.' November release timing, exactly two weeks before Black Friday and one month before holiday shopping peak, created a perfect storm of demand exceeding constrained supply.
Collecting challenges
This is a focused set built around one card. Mega Charizard X SIR #125 accounts for nearly half the master set budget on its own. The rest of the 212-card master set (94 main + 82 reverse holos + 36 secret rares) is relatively accessible, with the gold Mega Hyper Rare well behind the SIR and all other SIRs cheap enough to buy as singles.
The real challenge isn't the set's scope. It's deciding how to handle the Charizard tier. Pack opening odds for both the MHR and the SIR are long enough that singles are the rational play. The full master set with both Charizard chase cards costs meaningfully more than a build that skips the MHR, so decide upfront which you are chasing. Supply has long since normalized, and the launch drama about Wave 1 allocation and scalper shortages is history.
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Common | 43 | 46% |
| Uncommon | 31 | 33% |
| Ultra Rare | 17 | 18% |
| Illustration Rare | 13 | 14% |
| Rare | 10 | 11% |
| Double Rare | 10 | 11% |
| Special Illustration Rare | 5 | 5% |
| Mega Hyper Rare | 1 | 1% |
Price distribution
How card values spread across the set. Most cards are bulk under a dollar; a few chase cards hold most of the value.
Artist spotlight
The illustrators behind the most cards in this set, with their standout artwork. Tap a card for details.
5ban Graphics
14 cards in this set
Toyste Beach
4 cards in this set
Studio Bora Inc.
4 cards in this set
Uninori
3 cards in this set
takuyoa
3 cards in this set
MINAMINAMI Take
2 cards in this set
Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames master set buying guide
Where to buy Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames, which sealed product is worth the money, and when to pull the trigger.
Packs or singles?
Pack opening offers good value for this set
Sealed product comparison
Booster Box
36 packs · MSRP $144 · Market $381.71 · $10.60/pack
Supply normalized months ago. Booster boxes are now widely available at or near MSRP. This is the best sealed value if you want to rip packs.
Shop Phantasmal Flames Booster Box on TCGPlayer →Elite Trainer Box
9 packs · MSRP $60 · Market $152.42 · $16.94/pack
Includes exclusive Charcadet promo required for master set. Settled to near MSRP. Buy one for the promo and the accessories. There's no reason to buy multiple.
Shop Phantasmal Flames Elite Trainer Box on TCGPlayer →Booster Bundle (6 packs)
6 packs · MSRP $20-25 · Market $87.53 · $14.59/pack
Bundle products up 20% vs Mega Evolution, offering better MSRP access. Best alternative when boxes/ETBs unavailable.
Shop Phantasmal Flames Booster Bundle (6 packs) on TCGPlayer →Ultra Premium Collection
16 packs · MSRP $120-130 · Market $130-160 · $8.13-10.00/pack
Includes exclusive Oricorio ex promo required for master set. Settled close to MSRP. Worth it for the promo plus the 16 packs, especially if you're a completionist.
Shop Phantasmal Flames Ultra Premium Collection on TCGPlayer →All Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames sealed products
| Product | Market | |
|---|---|---|
| Phantasmal Flames Booster Box Case | $2297.66 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Booster Bundle Case | $1783.33 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Sleeved Booster Case | $1625.16 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Elite Trainer Box Case | $1461.69 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Build & Battle Box Display | $493.91 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Pokemon Center Elite Trainer Box (Exclusive) | $288.21 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Build & Battle Box | $64.20 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Sleeved Booster Pack Art Bundle [Set of 4] | $54.52 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Booster Pack Art Bundle [Set of 4] | $46.63 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames 3 Pack Blister [Weavile] | $43.58 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames 3 Pack Blister [Sneasel] | $42.40 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Premium Checklane Blister [Hydrapple] | $32.69 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Premium Checklane Blister [Blaziken] | $31.55 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Premium Checklane Blister [Ethan's Magcargo] | $16.18 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Sleeved Booster Pack | $14.36 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Premium Checklane Blister [Arven's Greedent] | $14.34 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Single Pack Blister [Cottonee] | $13.03 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Single Pack Blister [Whimsicott] | $12.77 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Booster Pack | $11.71 | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames 3-Pack Blister Case | — | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Fun Pack | — | Shop → |
| Phantasmal Flames Sleeved Booster Case (48 ct) | — | Shop → |
Where to buy
TCGPlayer
singlesPricing: Market · Reliability: high
Best for: Singles purchasing with competitive pricing for chase cards
Best source for Mega Charizard X SIR at $740-770 raw. Use TCGPlayer Direct for faster shipping on high-value singles. Prices have been stable since supply normalized.
Shop Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames singles on TCGPlayer →Pokemon Center
sealedPricing: MSRP · Reliability: varies
Best for: MSRP sealed products when in stock (rarely available)
The launch pre-order drama is over. Pokemon Center restocks sealed product periodically at MSRP, so set alerts. Not the primary source, but reliable when stock appears.
Local Game Stores
bothPricing: MSRP · Reliability: medium
Best for: Best chance at MSRP, pre-release events
Most stores have booster boxes in stock at MSRP now. Build relationships for priority allocation on the next set. For Phantasmal Flames specifically, supply is fine. Just walk in.
eBay
bothPricing: Market · Reliability: medium
Best for: Graded cards, rare promos (with caution)
Avoid for sealed product (2-5x markups). Verify authenticity on MHR cards due to extreme values. Filter high-feedback sellers only.
Amazon
sealedPricing: Market · Reliability: medium
Best for: MSRP sealed product from first-party Amazon listings
Amazon's first-party listings are at or near MSRP now. Beware third-party sellers still inflating prices from launch era. Check the seller before buying.
r/pkmntcgtrades
bothPricing: Below Market · Reliability: varies
Best for: Below-market trades (10-20% off)
Verify seller references for high-value MHR trades. Always use PayPal G&S protection. Good for mid-tier singles.
When to buy
Singles panic-priced. Sealed carries 30–50% premium. Wait if you can.
Best window for singles. Chase cards find their floor.
Bulk dips 15–20% on reprint news. Chase cards stay steady.
Sealed and top chase cards begin appreciation cycle.
Collecting strategy
Most cards in this set are worth around $0.28 as singles. Opening packs is the fun way to build your base of commons and uncommons with a chance at lucky pulls — but chase cards are statistically unlikely from sealed product. For most master set collectors, the smart approach is packs for bulk, singles for the rest.
Mix of singles and strategic pack opening
Include Mega Charizard X SIR but skip the MHR gold. Complete 211 of 212 cards in NM condition. Buy one booster box for bulk, add singles for everything else. Grade the Charizard SIR if centering is clean.
Track your progress in the Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames binder planner →
Community insights
From collector discussions, forums, and social media.
What collectors are saying
- Reddit and Discord communities describe Phantasmal Flames artwork as 'next-level' with blue-flame Mega Charizard X and purple-mist Mega Gengar generating massive nostalgia for X/Y generation collectors
- Pokemon Center pre-orders overwhelmed by bot scalpers claiming 42,000+ items before legitimate customers could complete purchases, leading to widespread community outrage
- Community split on small set size (94 main cards): optimists see achievable completion at 212 total cards, skeptics worry artificial scarcity benefits scalpers more than collectors
- Thousands of Pokemon Center pre-order cancellations sent days before November 14 release, affecting legitimate customers who hadn't violated purchase limits
- Collectors report extreme box variance with some 'god-tier' boxes yielding multiple SIRs while others return only a small fraction of the box cost
- Wave 1 allocation delivered only 60-70% of expected stock, with Wave 2 (30-40% additional supply) arriving ~3 weeks post-release
- Community consensus: roughly 10% of dedicated collectors secured products at retail on launch day, described as 'the most disastrous launch in recent memory'
- Competitive players excited about Battle Colosseum (Munkidori counter) and Dawn (evolution line searcher) potentially reshaping tournament meta
- Five months post-release, Mega Charizard X SIR has held firm while the MHR gold version has corrected hard, down to less than half its launch highs as supply caught up
- Outside Mega Charizard X, the rest of the SIR lineup (Mega Sharpedo, Dawn, Mega Lopunny, Rotom) has settled into bargain territory. The 'Charizard tax' is real and extreme.
- Community sentiment softened as launch drama receded. The set is now seen as a Mega Charizard X singleton chase rather than a broad collecting project, which makes it quietly appealing for focused collectors.
Tips from the community
- Supply has caught up. Sealed product is widely available at or near MSRP now, so there's no need to pay the old launch premiums. Wait for the booster box you want at MSRP rather than paying scalper markups.
- Open 2-3 booster boxes for bulk commons/uncommons and most reverse holos (80-90% regular set completion), then buy singles for remaining chase cards. Avoid gambling on pack openings for Mega Charizard X.
- Complete master set requires 212 cards: 94 main set + 82 reverse holos + 36 secret rares, fits comfortably in 9-pocket binder with 360-card capacity
- Product-exclusive promos required for complete collection: Charcadet (ETB promo), Oricorio ex (Ultra Premium Collection), Build & Battle Box promos
- Mega Charizard X SIR #125 has held firm since launch. This is the chase card of the era outside Ascended Heroes. Buy during dips, not during video-driven price spikes.
- The Mega Charizard X MHR gold #130 has corrected to less than half its launch highs. If you want the MHR, this is a reasonable buying window; it is unlikely to go much lower.
- Opening packs for gold Mega Charizard X is not cost-effective. The odds are long enough that you would spend many times the card's market price in sealed product before pulling one.
- Outside Charizard, the rest of the SIR lineup (Sharpedo, Dawn, Lopunny, Rotom) trades low. These are cheap fillers that complete your SIR subset without serious budget impact.
- Skip sealed if you only want singles. With the non-Charizard SIRs this cheap, buying every SIR except Mega Charizard X barely dents the budget.
- If you're grading, focus on Mega Charizard X SIR and MHR exclusively. The rest of the set doesn't clear grading fees at current raw values.
- Booster Bundles are now the best per-pack value for casual rippers. They beat the ETB on per-pack cost and don't require chasing sold-out products.
- Buy one ETB for the Charcadet promo and the Ultra Premium Collection for the Oricorio ex promo. You don't need multiples of either product.
Market insights
- Mega Charizard X ex SIR #125 has held remarkably firm since launch while most chase cards of its era have softened. PSA 10 premiums remain strong.
- Mega Charizard X Mega Hyper Rare gold #130 has corrected to less than half its launch highs as supply caught up. Its long pull odds still make it one of the rarest modern cards.
- Outside Charizard, the SIR tier settled low, with Dawn, Mega Sharpedo ex, Rotom ex, and Mega Lopunny ex all trading cheap. The set has a narrow chase list concentrated on one card.
- Booster boxes are available at or near MSRP now that launch chaos has subsided. The old secondary market premiums, roughly double MSRP, were an artifact of Wave 1 allocation drama, not ongoing scarcity.
- Top 5 chase cards: Mega Charizard X SIR #125, Mega Charizard X MHR #130, Mega Charizard X UR #109, Dawn SIR, and Mega Sharpedo ex SIR. The gap between #1 and #2 is the defining market feature of this set.
- Via strategic singles buying, Mega Charizard X SIR alone drives around half the complete master set cost. Skipping the MHR cuts the total meaningfully further.
- The Mega Charizard X SIR pulls at better odds here than it would have had in Mega Evolution's larger secret rare pool
- Japanese Inferno X counterpart cards trade at a 30-40% discount versus English for the top chase SIRs. The English Mega Charizard X retains its premium for Western collectors.
Watch out for
- The Mega Charizard X SIR singleton concentration is real. Half of your master set budget goes to one card. Plan accordingly. This set is not comparable to sets with broad chase distribution.
- Do not confuse this set's Mega Gengar ex (Double Rare only, worth pocket change) with the Mega Gengar ex SIR in Ascended Heroes (me2pt5). Different sets, different cards. Sellers sometimes conflate them on secondary markets.
- Extreme box variance reported with gold Mega Hyper Rare appearing roughly once per 1,000-1,250 packs, making booster box opening high-risk for value recovery on the MHR specifically
- Print quality concerns on high-value IR/SIR cards. Mega Charizard X SIR and MHR PSA 10 rates are estimated at 10-15%. Inspect carefully before submitting for grading.
- Launch-era booster box pricing, roughly double MSRP, was a Wave 1 scalping artifact. Anyone still paying 10%+ over MSRP for a sealed booster box is overpaying vs current retail.
- Do not pay launch-era prices on the non-Charizard SIRs. Mega Sharpedo, Dawn, and Mega Lopunny all trade cheap now. Any listing still asking launch-era multiples is stale and should be ignored.
- The gold MHR has corrected 50%+ from launch. Anyone still selling it at launch-era prices is anchoring to old hype. Avoid buyers and sellers who won't acknowledge the correction.
- Japanese Inferno X cards run 30-40% cheaper but are not interchangeable for an English master set. Don't mix languages in your binder if that matters to your definition.
Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames grading guide
Which Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames cards are worth the $20+/card grading fee? PSA 10 premiums vary significantly by rarity tier. See our complete grading guide for how grading works, costs, and international submission options.
Tier 1 - Mandatory Grading
Worth gradingThe single defining chase card of the set. Strong PSA 10 premium because centering is inconsistent on this print run (estimated 10-15% PSA 10 rate). Only submit with 60/40+ centering.
Tier 2 - Worth Grading on Clean Copies
Worth gradingThe gold MHR corrected from launch highs but retains extreme rarity (1:1,000-1,250 pull rate). PSA 10 premium justifies grading costs on 60/40+ centered copies. Golds are particularly sensitive to print line defects, so inspect under strong light.
Tier 3 - Selective Grading
Worth gradingGrade only pristine copies with long-term intent. The non-Charizard SIRs (Sharpedo, Dawn, Lopunny, Rotom) at $20-35 raw don't clear grading fees reliably.
Tier 4 - Not Worth Grading
Skip gradingGrading costs ($20-75) exceed value premium. Keep raw unless completing PSA 10 master set for personal collection.
Before you submit — PSA checklist, fees, and tips▾
PSA 10 requirements
- Centering
- 55/45 minimum front and back. Modern SIRs frequently fail here — pre-screen every candidate.
- Corners
- Sharp, no whitening under magnification. Sleeve the moment you pull the card.
- Surface
- No scratches, print lines, or holo damage. SIR foils are especially vulnerable from the factory.
- Edges
- No chipping or fraying. Inspect under bright light.
PSA service tiers
- Value
- $20/card, 4–6 month turnaround. Right for raw values $75–500.
- Regular
- $50/card, 6–8 week turnaround. Right for raw values $500+.
- Express
- $75–150/card, 2–3 week turnaround. Only worth it above $1,000 raw.
Budget for a 5-card submission: $135–170 once you add shipping, insurance, and supplies.
Tips from experienced submitters
- • Pre-screen with a loupe — 70%+ of modern cards fail centering.
- • PSA Collectors Club ($99/year) pays for itself with 2–3 value-tier submissions.
- • Ship in batches of 10+ to amortize shipping and insurance.
- • PSA 9 typically sells at 40–60% of PSA 10 — still a premium over raw.
Storage & protection
Protect your 214-card Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames master set with archival binders, perfect-fit sleeves, and top loaders for the chase cards. Plan on $150–250 for complete coverage.
Premium binders
Dragon Shield Codex · $30–50
Archival pages, side-loading pockets, acid-free. For 214 cards, plan on 12 double-sided 9-pocket pages.
Perfect-fit sleeves
Every card · $30–50 total
Prevent micro-scratches from sliding cards in and out of binder pockets. You'll need roughly 3 packs for full coverage.
Top loaders
Chase cards · $15–25/pack
Rigid protection for SIRs and grading candidates. Essential for anything over $50 raw.
Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames card list
Every card in the Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames master set. Search, filter by rarity or price, and mark off what you own as you go. Tap any card for prices and variants.
Track your collection. Mark cards owned or wanted, add condition & notes, and watch your master set progress.
| Card | Price | Collection |
|---|---|---|
Oddish1/94 · Common | $0.11 | N RH |
Gloom2/94 · Common | $0.06 | N RH |
Vileplume3/94 · Rare | $0.15 | Holo RH |
Mega Heracross ex4/94 · Double Rare | $0.55 | Holo |
Lotad5/94 · Common | $0.12 | N RH |
Lombre6/94 · Common | $0.07 | N RH |
Ludicolo7/94 · Uncommon | $0.09 | N RH |
Genesect8/94 · Rare | $0.20 | Holo RH |
Nymble9/94 · Common | $0.21 | N RH |
Lokix10/94 · Uncommon | $0.03 | N RH |
Charmander11/94 · Common | $0.26 | N RH |
Charmeleon12/94 · Common | $0.22 | N RH |
Mega Charizard X ex13/94 · Double Rare | $4.43 | Holo |
Moltres14/94 · Rare | $0.26 | Holo RH |
Darumaka15/94 · Common | $0.07 | N RH |
Darmanitan16/94 · Uncommon | $0.03 | N RH |
Reshiram17/94 · Rare | $0.19 | Holo RH |
Oricorio ex18/94 · Double Rare | $0.66 | Holo |
Charcadet19/94 · Common | $0.19 | N RH |
Ceruledge20/94 · Uncommon | $0.14 | N RH |
Seel21/94 · Common | $0.06 | N RH |
Dewgong22/94 · Common | $0.06 | N RH |
Swinub23/94 · Common | $0.05 | N RH |
Piloswine24/94 · Common | $0.11 | N RH |
Mamoswine25/94 · Uncommon | $0.16 | N RH |
Suicune26/94 · Rare | $0.24 | Holo RH |
Piplup27/94 · Common | $0.15 | N RH |
Prinplup28/94 · Common | $0.11 | N RH |
Rotom ex29/94 · Double Rare | $0.44 | Holo |
Yamper30/94 · Common | $0.14 | N RH |
Boltund31/94 · Common | $0.10 | N RH |
Pawmi32/94 · Common | $0.07 | N RH |
Pawmo33/94 · Common | $0.05 | N RH |
Pawmot34/94 · Rare | $0.18 | Holo RH |
Misdreavus35/94 · Common | $0.09 | N RH |
Mismagius ex36/94 · Double Rare | $0.56 | Holo |
Snubbull37/94 · Common | $0.08 | N RH |
Granbull38/94 · Uncommon | $0.07 | N RH |
Cresselia39/94 · Uncommon | $0.08 | N RH |
Meloetta40/94 · Uncommon | $0.06 | N RH |
Mega Diancie ex41/94 · Double Rare | $0.61 | Holo |
Mimikyu42/94 · Common | $0.26 | N RH |
Milcery43/94 · Common | $0.09 | N RH |
Alcremie44/94 · Uncommon | $0.15 | N RH |
Zacian45/94 · Rare | $0.24 | Holo RH |
Bramblin46/94 · Common | $0.10 | N RH |
Brambleghast47/94 · Uncommon | $0.11 | N RH |
Paldean Tauros48/94 · Uncommon | $0.13 | N RH |
Gligar49/94 · Common | $0.05 | N RH |
Gliscor50/94 · Uncommon | $0.08 | N RH |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the Phantasmal Flames master set?▾
The Phantasmal Flames master set is 214 cards: 94 base cards, 84 reverse holofoils, and 36 secret rares and special-art cards. The base set alone is 130 unique cards, numbered 001/94 through the secret rares. Track all 214 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in Phantasmal Flames?▾
The top chase card in Phantasmal Flames is Mega Charizard X ex (Special Illustration Rare) at $781.21. Other high-value cards include Mega Charizard X ex ($325.91) and Mega Charizard X ex ($30.07). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a Phantasmal Flames master set cost?▾
A complete Phantasmal Flames master set is estimated at $1,141 based on current TCGPlayer market prices. Budget collectors can start with the base set for significantly less, while premium completionists targeting graded copies should expect higher costs.
See also: Master set budgeting guide, Binder layout planner
What is the complete Phantasmal Flames master set card list?▾
The Phantasmal Flames set contains 94 base cards across 8 rarity tiers plus 36 secret rares. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the Phantasmal Flames binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize Phantasmal Flames in a binder?▾
For 214 cards (including reverse holos), a 9-pocket binder needs 12 double-sided pages and a 12-pocket binder needs 9 pages. Use Cardrake's visual binder planner to preview exactly how your cards will be laid out before you start sleeving.
See also: Binder layout planner, Binder organization guide
Is there a Phantasmal Flames master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for Phantasmal Flames with all 130 cards. You can track owned and missing cards, view your completion percentage, and plan your binder layout. Sign up for the Collector plan to save your progress.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the Special Illustration Rares (SIRs) in Phantasmal Flames?▾
Phantasmal Flames has 5 Special Illustration Rares: Mega Charizard X ex (125/94), Rotom ex (126/94), Mega Sharpedo ex (127/94), Mega Lopunny ex (128/94), Dawn (129/94). SIRs are the set's premier chase cards — check the chase card rankings above for current market prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
Is Phantasmal Flames worth collecting as a master set?▾
Phantasmal Flames has 130 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $1,141. It is a mid-sized master set that offers a solid collecting challenge. With 9 cards over $10, most of the value is concentrated in a few key cards.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner
What are the actual pull rates for Phantasmal Flames?▾
Based on 3,744-pack analysis (104 booster boxes): Illustration Rares are the common hit and land several times per booster box, Full Art Trainers turn up a little more often than Full Art Pokémon, Special Illustration Rares are a multi-box expectation, and the Mega Hyper Rare gold cards are the true long shot of the set. The specific Mega Charizard X SIR appears approximately once every 420 packs.
See also: Pack opening strategy
Is Phantasmal Flames still hard to find at MSRP?▾
No. Supply normalized months ago. Booster boxes sit at or near MSRP at most retailers. The launch-era secondary market pricing, roughly double MSRP, was a Wave 1 scalping artifact, not ongoing scarcity. If you're seeing old forum advice to pay above MSRP, ignore it.
Is there a Mega Gengar ex SIR in Phantasmal Flames?▾
No, and this is a common mix-up. The Mega Gengar ex SIR that sellers sometimes list under Phantasmal Flames is actually from Ascended Heroes (me2pt5). Phantasmal Flames has a Mega Gengar ex Double Rare #56 only, trading for pocket change raw. Always check set symbols and card numbers when buying Mega Gengar singles.
See also: Ascended Heroes guide (where the Mega Gengar SIR lives)
Should I open packs or buy singles for Phantasmal Flames?▾
Buy singles for everything above a few dollars. The Mega Charizard X SIR at 1:420 packs and the MHR at 1:1,000-1,250 make pack hunting statistically brutal. One booster box at MSRP for the opening experience and bulk commons is fine. Beyond that, singles are the only rational approach. The non-Charizard SIRs are cheap as singles, far cheaper than pulling them statistically.
See also: Singles buying guide, Pack opening strategy
Are the exclusive promos required for a Phantasmal Flames master set?▾
Most collectors count them. The Charcadet promo is exclusive to the Elite Trainer Box; the Oricorio ex promo is exclusive to the Ultra Premium Collection; Build & Battle Box promos come from prerelease events. All three together add only a modest amount at MSRP. All products are widely available at or near MSRP now.
How does Phantasmal Flames compare to Mega Evolution base and Ascended Heroes?▾
Mega Evolution base (me1) is a broader chase set with two MHRs and multiple starter Mega SIRs, so value is more distributed. Ascended Heroes (me2pt5) is a massive 295-card special expansion with 22 SIRs and multiple high-dollar chase cards. Phantasmal Flames sits in the middle: a compact base, but with value hyper-concentrated on one card. Best for collectors who specifically want Mega Charizard X, less ideal for broad-chase collectors.
See also: Mega Evolution base guide, Ascended Heroes guide
Will Mega Charizard X SIR hold its value long-term?▾
Charizard cards historically have the strongest hold in the Pokemon TCG. The Mega Charizard X SIR has stayed in a tight range since launch while most modern chase cards of its era have softened. The MHR gold corrected sharply, which is normal for gold cards. Long-term, Charizard nostalgia combined with the Legends: Z-A video game tie-in should support the SIR price. The main downside risk is broader TCG market cooling.
See also: Master set collecting guide
Where is the best place to buy Phantasmal Flames singles?▾
TCGPlayer for most singles, especially Mega Charizard X SIR and MHR. Use Direct shipping on high-value orders for authentication and fast delivery. eBay works for graded Charizard cards with strong seller reputation (99%+ feedback, 500+ transactions). For the cheap non-Charizard SIRs, any reputable online seller works. CardMarket is 10-15% cheaper for EU collectors on non-Charizard cards.
Related Pokemon TCG sets
Other expansions collectors pair with Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames: same era, similar collecting challenge, or often mentioned in the same breath.
