Magcargo
Magcargo is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Skyridge (#H17). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $188.75 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Magcargo suits collectors working on Skyridge who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $188.75 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Magcargo from Skyridge?
Magcargo is a Pokémon card in Skyridge numbered H17. It evolves from Slugma. National Pokédex #219. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Magcargo worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $188.75 for Magcargo. Low and high spread runs $172.72 to $1849.90. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Skyridge |
|---|---|
| Number | H17 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $188.75 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €85.36 |
| Holofoil | $188.75 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fighting |
| Evolves from | Slugma |
| Crushing Lava | FightingColorlessColorless 40+ You may discard a Fire or Fighting basic Energy card attached to Magcargo. If you discard a Fire Energy card in this way, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned. If you discard a Fighting Energy card in this way, this attack does 40 damage plus 20 more damage. |
| Streaming Mantle | When you play Magcargo from your hand to evolve your Active Pokémon, you may discard the top 3 cards of your deck and and then shuffle 3 basic Energy cards from your discard pile into your deck. If you do, your opponent does the same. |
| Weakness | Water ×2 |
How collectible is Magcargo?
Magcargo is listed as Rare Holo in Skyridge. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Magcargo?
Catalog fields: set Skyridge, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Magcargo (#H17) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Skyridge. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Magcargo is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Skyridge, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $188.75.
- Illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $188.75 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Magcargo worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $188.75 for ungraded Magcargo from Skyridge. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Magcargo from?
Magcargo is listed in Skyridge (E-Card) as card #H17. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Magcargo?
Our catalog lists Magcargo as Rare Holo in Skyridge. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Magcargo good for collectors or players?
Magcargo includes gameplay stats in Skyridge. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Should I grade Magcargo?
Grading only makes sense when Magcargo appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $188.75, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.