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Cards are ordered based on TCGplayer's market price, prices subject to change.
Updated on October 28, 2024 by Andrew Scariati: The best cards in XY Evolutions remain consistent, with a few small changes at the top. However, two new additions join the fray as Brock and another M Venusaur join the ultimate XY Evolutions chase card.
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Brock's Grit (full art) – $5.48
trapped
Brock makes rare appearances in the Pokémon TCG, as he doesn't boast many valuable full-art cards to collect, but still holds solid value in his limited appearances. This realistic portrayal of Brock provides a rare look at the trainer when he's not sticking up for someone.
These cards continue to increase in value over time, leaving behind the days when they sold for as little as $2. this card We experienced a big boom up to $4.50. Set this price as the default and continue to increase it in small increments.
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M Venusaur EX (Ultra Rare) – $6.38
flowers bloom
This first version of M Venusaur is a taste of the awe-inspiring verdant artwork to come, with this Pokémon featuring a flower blooming in a garden.
Unfortunately, Venusaur suffered a huge plunge towards the $4.50 level, but has recovered its value and surpassed the $5 plateau. Since the drop, Venusaur has shown no signs of slowing down, as usual. It trades between $5.50 and $6 all year round.
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Charizard EX (Ultra Rare) – $8.23
The first chart Charizard
Charizard doesn't need much of a reason to be one of the most expensive cards in XY Evolutions. Because the iconic Fire type is central to this list. This card The only starter Pokemon that hasn't been mega-evolved It's one of the most valuable cards in Evolutions, showing just how much demand there is for Charizard.

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The artwork is nice for the relatively modest price, but considering the amazing designs of the full-art cards still included in this set, it's worth spending a little more for something unique.
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M Blastoise EX (Ultra Rare) – $9.20
Kantonian Starters
Blastoise managed to hit double digits as XY Evolutions' most valuable card got off to a strong start. Although Blastoise usually lines up behind its friend Charizard, Blastoise puts up a good fight against Fire-type enemies in the battle for TCG supremacy.
With some full-art cards coming out that make better use of card space, this Blastoise doesn't see much upward mobility in the future, making its placement solid.
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Dragonite EX (Full Art) – $12.72
amazing perspective
Ultra Rares, which started with this kind of competition, could never go any higher than it does now. Dragonite EX is breathtakingly bright, Bold features that will grab your attention.
Dragonite's quasi-legendary status sets it apart from many other Pokémon in the original 151, but this artwork does an incredibly heavy lifting in supporting this card's value. You won't find many better versions of Dragonite than this.
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Mewtwo EX (Full Art) – $13.83
Make the entire work of art matter
Mewtwo is legendary in every sense of the word because its influence on Pokémon is omnipresent. From movies to games, and even TCGs, Mewtwo is a presence that cannot be ignored. As one of the series' first legendary Pokémon, Mewtwo evokes a certain level of nostalgia for many collectors, but a work of art like this requires no prior attachment.

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While prices are relatively stable, there's no telling what will happen in the Pokemon market.
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Misty's Decision (Full Art) – $15.43
A forever fan favorite
Misty is often the center of attention. Every time she appears on set, be it vintage or modern.
Misty has been a fan favorite forever, ever since she appeared in precious and iconic sets like Gym Challenge, and demand for her cards shows no signs of slowing down.
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M Venusaur EX (Full Art) – $17.72
Vibrant and green Venus art
In general, Venusaur cards are usually the cheapest of the three Kanto starter Pokemon, but this piece isn't all that surprising either. Venusaur bursts through the cardboard with an almost three-dimensional effect. Because this card is a cacophony of vibrant colors.
Despite falling behind its peers, this Venusaur full-length artwork has since seen a steady rise. I started over $11 and haven't looked back since. It's unclear whether this card will trade in this range or continue to break barriers, but one thing is certain. Venusaur will not be confined to any kind of border.
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M Blastoise EX (Full Art) – $20.00
jump to the top
It may be short-lived, but Blastoise gives Charizard a leg up as the full-art Mega Blastoise art blows the Ultra Rare Charizard art out of the water.
full art card Afterwards, it gives you more space to work. Borders aren't limited to small picture frames There are that many regular cards.
Not all of the most valuable XY Evolutions cards have great price trajectories, but Blastoise does. At its current price point, it's just over $13. Despite the massive rise, this card continues to find a home in the $20 range.
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M Charizard EX (Ultra Rare) – $22.63
A sign of things to come
Wherever there's an amazing Venus Urs card in the spotlight, Charizard is lying there waiting to steal the spotlight. Charizard has a type advantage to start with, and this card makes a good argument for being more visually impressive than the full-art version of Venusaur.

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Charizard cards will always attract attention. But a card like this justifies its placement as one of the most expensive cards, as this ferocious Charizard art is ready to jump off the cardboard. More features coming to our most popular starter ever.
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M Charizard EX (Full Art) – $45.58
Ferocious Mega Full Art
There is no denying it at this point. Charizard dominates the top 10 most expensive cards in XY Evolutions. Monopolize the top ranks with an iron fist. This Charizard art may be one of the most unique art in Pokémon set history, as Charizard Y fills the canvas with striking colors.
You won't find many other Pokémon that are synonymous with the brand like Charizard, so it's business as usual to see a distinct interpretation of Charizard garner such interest.
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Charizard (Holo Rare) – $48.20
Reprint of the base set
Aside from a slight font update, this Charizard features reprinted artwork of some of the most valuable cards from Pokémon's original base set. There is no other Pokémon card as universally recognizable as base set Charizard, so it's no surprise that this card is one of the most expensive cards in Evolutions.
This card barely took out the top spot for overall art design, but price fluctuations may change the order at any time. The fight for the most valuable card in XY Evolutions is not over yet, but Charizard is the undisputed champion. The only question is “Which card?”

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