Blaine's Charmeleon
Blaine's Charmeleon is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Gym Challenge (#31). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $4.77 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Blaine's Charmeleon suits collectors working on Gym Challenge who need the Uncommon slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Blaine's Charmeleon from Gym Challenge?
Blaine's Charmeleon is a Pokémon card in Gym Challenge numbered 31. It evolves from Blaine's Charmander. National Pokédex #5. This printing is from Gym Challenge. Collector number 31 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2000.
What is Blaine's Charmeleon worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $4.77 for Blaine's Charmeleon. Low and high spread runs $2.29 to $36.26. Per-finish references: unlimited: $4.77; 1stEdition: $17.49. This printing is from Gym Challenge. Collector number 31 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Gym Challenge |
|---|---|
| Number | 31 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $4.77 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €13.63 |
| unlimited | $4.77 |
| 1stEdition | $17.49 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fire |
| Evolves from | Blaine's Charmander |
| Fire Claws | FireFire 30 |
| Bonfire | FireFireFire Flip 3 coins. For each heads, discard 1 Fire Energy card attached to Blaine's Charmeleon. If you can't discard Energy cards, this attack does nothing. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads to each of your opponent's Pokémon. Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for this attack. (Any other effects that would happen after applying Weakness and Resistance still happen.) |
| Weakness | Water ×2 |
How collectible is Blaine's Charmeleon?
Blaine's Charmeleon is listed as Uncommon in Gym Challenge. Promo printings often appeal to completionists tracking event or retail exclusives. This printing is from Gym Challenge. Collector number 31 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2000.
What are the key details for Blaine's Charmeleon?
Catalog fields: set Gym Challenge, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Gym Challenge. Collector number 31 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2000.
Cactaur's take
Blaine's Charmeleon (#31) is a promo-line printing from Gym Challenge where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Blaine's Charmeleon is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Gym Challenge, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $4.77 across finishes (unlimited: $4.77; 1stEdition: $17.49).
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $4.77 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Blaine's Charmeleon worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $4.77 for ungraded Blaine's Charmeleon from Gym Challenge. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Blaine's Charmeleon from?
Blaine's Charmeleon is listed in Gym Challenge (Gym) as card #31. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Blaine's Charmeleon?
Our catalog lists Blaine's Charmeleon as Uncommon in Gym Challenge. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Blaine's Charmeleon good for collectors or players?
Blaine's Charmeleon includes gameplay stats in Gym Challenge. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Blaine's Charmeleon?
Finish variants of Blaine's Charmeleon carry separate market listings. unlimited: $4.77; 1stEdition: $17.49 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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