The Pokémon TCG world is buzzing with the release of the “Start Deck 100 Battle Collection.” The absolute star of the show? Mega Charizard Y ex in the stunning new MUR (Mega Ultra Rare) finish. Whether you’re a competitive player or a high-end investor, this is the card everyone is chasing right now.

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Mega Charizard Y ex (MUR): Buyback Price and Market Information

Condition	Market Price (Avg)	Buyback Price (Cash-out)
Ungraded (Near Mint)	JPY 280,000	JPY 230,000
PSA 10 (Gem Mint)	—	—

Note: Buyback prices are based on recent data from “SNKRDUNK Akihabara,” a premier hobby shop in Tokyo’s electronics district. Check their socials (@snkrdunk_akiba) for real-time updates.

Price Track: The “Zard” Hype is Real

Since its drop on December 19, the market for Mega Charizard Y has been a rollercoaster. We’ve seen a steady climb as supply struggles to meet the massive demand from global “Zard” hunters.

Buyback Price Trend (Ungraded / Near Mint)

• Dec 26: JPY 230,000
• Dec 25: JPY 200,000
• Dec 23: JPY 180,000
• Dec 19 (Release Day): JPY 150,000

Sales Transaction History

On peer-to-peer marketplaces, the card has seen even higher spikes, recently stabilizing around the JPY 250,000 mark for raw copies in “Condition A” (Near Mint).

Why is Mega Charizard Y ex MUR So Expensive?

1. The Undisputed King: Charizard

Charizard (known as Lizardon in Japan) is the final evolution of the Gen 1 starter Charmander. It’s arguably the most iconic Pokémon alongside Pikachu. The dual Mega Evolutions—Mega Charizard X (the blue-flame dragon) and Mega Charizard Y (the sleek, high-intensity fire flier)—have only added to its legendary status. In the TCG, a high-rarity Charizard is almost a guaranteed blue-chip investment.

2. The “Mega Ultra Rare” (MUR) Factor

The 2025 MEGA series introduced the MUR (Mega Ultra Rare) rarity. Think of it as a refined, textured version of the classic Gold UR (Ultra Rare) cards. It features a luxurious gold-foil finish that gives the card an “effortless chic” look—premium but not over-the-top.

3. The “Golden Deck 001” Mystery

Similar to the legendary “Deck No. 101” from the 2021 Start Deck 100 (which featured the Galarian Birds in UR), this card is exclusive to the secret “Golden Deck 001.” Rumors on social media suggest pull rates are incredibly low, with some influencers reporting zero hits after opening 1,000 boxes. This extreme scarcity is driving the “FOMO” (fear of missing out) among serious collectors.

Card Breakdown

• Type: Fire / Pokémon ex
• Rarity: MUR (Mega Ultra Rare)
• Set: Start Deck 100 Battle Collection (Japanese)
• Release Date: December 19, 2025
• Illustrator: aky CG Works
• Card ID: 766/742

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