Torchic
Torchic is a Promo Pokémon TCG printing from Nintendo Black Star Promos (#6). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $179.99 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Torchic suits collectors working on Nintendo Black Star Promos who need the Promo slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Torchic from Nintendo Black Star Promos?
Torchic is a Pokémon card in Nintendo Black Star Promos numbered 6. Torchic (#6) is a promo-line printing from Nintendo Black Star Promos where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility. National Pokédex #255. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Torchic worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $179.99 for Torchic. Low and high spread runs $179.99 to $179.99. 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 | Nintendo Black Star Promos |
|---|---|
| Number | 6 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $179.99 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €783.98 |
| Holofoil | $179.99 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 40 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fire |
| Peck | Colorless 10 |
| Fireworks | FireColorless 30 Flip a coin. If tails, discard a Fire Energy card attached to Torchic. |
| Weakness | Water ×2 |
How collectible is Torchic?
Torchic is listed as Promo in Nintendo Black Star Promos. Promo printings often appeal to completionists tracking event or retail exclusives. 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 Torchic?
Catalog fields: set Nintendo Black Star Promos, rarity Promo. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. 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
Torchic (#6) is a promo-line printing from Nintendo Black Star Promos where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Torchic is catalogued as Promo printing in Nintendo Black Star Promos, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $179.99.
- 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 $179.99 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Torchic worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $179.99 for ungraded Torchic from Nintendo Black Star Promos. 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 Torchic from?
Torchic is listed in Nintendo Black Star Promos (NP) as card #6. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Torchic?
Our catalog lists Torchic as Promo in Nintendo Black Star Promos. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Torchic good for collectors or players?
Torchic includes gameplay stats in Nintendo Black Star Promos. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.