Charmeleon
Charmeleon is a Rare Secret Pokémon TCG printing from Dragon (#99). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $74.50 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Charmeleon suits collectors working on Dragon who need the Rare Secret slot. Treat $74.50 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Charmeleon from Dragon?
Charmeleon is a Pokémon card in Dragon numbered 99. It evolves from Charmander. National Pokédex #5. This printing is from Dragon. Collector number 99 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Secret. The set released in 2003.
What is Charmeleon worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $74.50 for Charmeleon. Low and high spread runs $169.99 to $1387.70. This printing is from Dragon. Collector number 99 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Secret. The set released in 2003.
| Set | Dragon |
|---|---|
| Number | 99 |
| Rarity | Rare Secret |
| TCGPlayer USD | $74.50 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €43.55 |
| Holofoil | $74.50 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fire |
| Evolves from | Charmander |
| Smokescreen | Fire 10 If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing. |
| Fireworks | FireColorless 40 Flip a coin. If tails, discard a Fire Energy card attached to Charmeleon. |
| Weakness | Water ×2 |
How collectible is Charmeleon?
Charmeleon is listed as Rare Secret in Dragon. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. This printing is from Dragon. Collector number 99 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Secret.
What are the key details for Charmeleon?
Catalog fields: set Dragon, rarity Rare Secret. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Dragon. Collector number 99 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Secret. The set released in 2003.
Cactaur's take
Charmeleon (#99) is a chase-tier Rare Secret printing in Dragon. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Charmeleon is catalogued as Rare Secret printing in Dragon, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $74.50.
- 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 $74.50 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Charmeleon worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $74.50 for ungraded Charmeleon from Dragon. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Charmeleon from?
Charmeleon is listed in Dragon (EX) as card #99. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. This printing is from Dragon.
How rare is Charmeleon?
Our catalog lists Charmeleon as Rare Secret in Dragon. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Charmeleon good for collectors or players?
Charmeleon includes gameplay stats in Dragon. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. This printing is from Dragon.
Should I grade Charmeleon?
Grading only makes sense when Charmeleon appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $74.50, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.