Market outlook
Stable Outlook 7/10
Nostalgia sustains interest in vintage Japanese Digimon cards, but lack of recent sales data and focus on modern Digimon Card Game limits volatility.
Next months. Stable with potential minor uptick from Japanese auction activity
Long term. Gradual appreciation as supply dwindles and franchise nostalgia grows
History
Omegamon (Omnimon in English) is a Royal Knight Digimon, formed by the DNA Digivolution of WarGreymon and MetalGarurumon, representing the ultimate fusion of courage and friendship from Agumon and Gabumon lines. It is a central heroic figure in the Digimon franchise, often depicted as a multitype warrior defending the Digital World against major threats.
First released on March 1, 2003, in Japan as part of the Digital Monster Card Game Starter Set Ver.9.
- Omegamon is one of the most iconic Digimon, frequently appearing in anime, games, and manga as a pinnacle Royal Knight.
- This Sx-5 card hails from the original Digital Monster Card Game (1999-2005), Bandai's first Digimon TCG before the modern Digimon Card Game.
- Sx-5 features in the 'Purification Omegamon Deck' theme of Starter Set Ver.9, emphasizing Omegamon's role in battling dark forces.
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Ultra Rare
- Print run
- Low
- First printed in
- Digital Monster Card Game Starter Set Ver.9 ~戦慄のドルゴラモンデック&粛清のオメガモンデック~
- Demand
- Medium
- Supply
- Scarce
- Super Rare (SR) designation in a limited Starter Set print run
- From discontinued 2003 game with no English release or reprints
- Aging card stock from early 2000s increases attrition from play/use
Collector notes
Condition. Inspect for centering on the colorful Omegamon artwork, edge wear from age, surface scratches on foil stamping, and print defects common in early 2000s Bandai cards; check for whitening on borders and creases near the Super Rare holographic effect.
Storage. Use semi-rigid top loaders or magnetic holders in cool, dry conditions away from sunlight to prevent foil oxidation; sleeve in penny sleeves and store flat in binders or boxes to avoid bending.
Authenticity. Verify Japanese text, precise card number Sx-5, and Bandai copyright; fakes often have blurry printing, incorrect fonts, or mismatched foil shine; compare to official scans from Wikimon or Suruga-ya listings; no known reprints of this exact card.
Sources: suruga-ya.com, wikimon.net, en.digimoncard.com, digimon.fandom.com, wobrick.com