{"id":504871,"date":"2025-12-30T15:58:45","date_gmt":"2025-12-30T07:58:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/magazine\/?p=504871"},"modified":"2025-12-30T15:58:46","modified_gmt":"2025-12-30T07:58:46","slug":"mega-meganium-ex-sar-market-insights-price-trends-start-deck-100-battle-collection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/magazine\/2025\/12\/30\/mega-meganium-ex-sar-market-insights-price-trends-start-deck-100-battle-collection\/","title":{"rendered":"Mega Meganium ex SAR: Market Insights & Price Trends | Start Deck 100 Battle Collection"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The release of the Start Deck 100 Battle Collection<\/em> has sent shockwaves through the Japanese TCG community, primarily driven by the return of a fan-favorite mechanic. At the center of this storm is the Mega Meganium ex (SAR version)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note:The provided text is a disclaimer in Japanese. Here is the English translation.
Note:All dates and times mentioned are in Japan Standard Time (JST).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Current Market Value (As of Dec 21, 2025)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Prices are listed in JPY. Trends are based on local data from Akihabara, the heart of Tokyo’s otaku culture.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Condition<\/td>Market Price (Street Price)<\/td>Shop Buy-List (Trade-in)<\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
Near Mint (State A)<\/strong><\/td>20,000 JPY ~<\/strong><\/td>20,000 JPY<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
PSA 10 (Gem Mint)<\/strong><\/td>Not yet graded<\/em><\/td>Not yet graded<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Price History: Volatility in the Opening Week<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Since its release on December 19, the card has seen fluctuating prices as the market tries to find its footing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shop Buy-List Trends (Trade-in Value)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Dec 19:<\/strong>\u00a020,000 JPY<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Market Transaction Trends (Street Price)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Dec 21:<\/strong>\u00a011,000 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Dec 20:<\/strong>\u00a014,000 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Dec 19:<\/strong>\u00a019,000 JPY<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Analyst Note: While transaction prices on some platforms seem to be dipping as supply hits the market, major shops are maintaining a high buy-list price (20,000 JPY), suggesting they expect long-term demand to outstrip current supply.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Why the Hype? The “Mega” Comeback<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Why is a Meganium card commanding such a premium? It comes down to two factors: Nostalgia<\/strong> and Rarity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      1. The Pok\u00e9mon LEGENDS Z-A<\/em> Effect<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

      Meganium, the final evolution of the Gen 2 (Johto) starter Chikorita, makes a triumphant return in the highly anticipated game Pok\u00e9mon LEGENDS Z-A<\/em>. For those who chose Chikorita as their first partner back in Gold & Silver<\/em>, this card hits different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      The new “Mega Evolution” form featured on this SAR (Special Art Rare) card is visually stunning. The artwork depicts Mega Meganium with four blooming flowers around its neck, boasting a form that is both sturdy and undeniably cute. It\u2019s a perfect blend of power and charm that appeals to both veteran trainers and new fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      2. The “Deck 101” Exclusivity<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

      This isn’t just a standard booster pack pull. The Mega Meganium ex SAR\u2014along with Mega Feraligatr ex<\/strong> and Mega Emboar ex<\/strong>\u2014is exclusively found in the hidden “Deck No. 101.”<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      In the Start Deck 100<\/em> series, decks are random. Finding Deck No. 101 is notoriously difficult (akin to finding a “God Pack” in Western sets). This extreme scarcity drives the price up significantly compared to standard pulls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Card Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Card Name:<\/strong>\u00a0Mega Meganium ex<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Rarity:<\/strong>\u00a0SAR (Special Art Rare Specification)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Set:<\/strong>\u00a0Start Deck 100 Battle Collection<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Release Date:<\/strong>\u00a0Friday, Dec 19, 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Illustrator:<\/strong>\u00a0Tiko Matsuno<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Card Number:<\/strong>\u00a0761\/742<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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