Market outlook
Stable Outlook 8/10
Charizard enduring popularity supports floor price, but abundant graded supply from heavy cracking tempers sharp rises; recent sales flat in raw condition.
Next months. Stable with minor uptick on graded 10 scarcity
Long term. Rising as supply dries up in high grades and nostalgia peaks
History
Méga-Dracaufeu Y EX is the Mega Y evolution of Charizard (Dracaufeu in French), a Fire/Flying-type Pokémon from Generation I, iconic for its dragon-like design, powerful fire attacks, and status as one of the most popular Pokémon characters, frequently featured in competitive play and merchandise.
First released in 2014 in the Pokémon XY Flashfire set (Étincelles in French), as a Secret Rare Gold Full Art variant numbered 107/111 in French.
- This is the French-language Gold Full Art Secret Rare version of Mega Charizard EX Y, distinct from the English #107/106 holo and #108/106 full art X variant.
- Charizard is among the most sought-after Pokémon, driving high collector demand for its Mega EX cards.
- Flashfire set introduced key Mega Evolution mechanics, with Charizard EX cards being the set's top chase cards.
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Secret Rare
- Print run
- Low
- First printed in
- XY Flashfire (Étincelles in French)
- Demand
- High
- Supply
- Low
- Gold Full Art Secret Rare chase card limited to end of set (107/111)
- French language lower distribution than English
- Popular Charizard character boosts pull rates but collector hoarding reduces market supply
Collector notes
Condition. Inspect gold stamping for scratches or wear, holo foil for clouding or scratches, centering on front/back, edges for whitening, corners for dings; common flaws include print lines on gold layer, foil scratches from shuffling.
Storage. Use semi-rigid or magnetic holders sized for oversized full art cards, store in cool dark environment, avoid direct light to prevent foil fading, use top loaders with team bags for added protection.
Authenticity. Check font consistency in French text 'Méga-Dracaufeu Y EX', gold color uniformity without bubbling, holo pattern matching official scans; fakes often have off-color gold or blurry artwork; verify via graded pop report or Cardmarket seller ratings.
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