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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe market for Mega Emboar ex is volatile but remains high due to scarcity and hype.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Current Market Price (Near Mint):<\/strong> ~16,000 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Buying Price (Shop Offer):<\/strong> 15,000 JPY\n
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- Based on data from SNKRDUNK Akihabara<\/strong>, a premier marketplace for authentic sneakers and TCG cards in Japan.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Price Trend Analysis (Dec 19 – Dec 21)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Following its release, prices saw an initial spike before settling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- 12\/19:<\/strong> 20,000 JPY (Initial Hype)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 12\/20:<\/strong> 15,000 JPY (Correction)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 12\/21:<\/strong> 7,999 – 16,000 JPY (Stabilizing \/ Dependent on Condition)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Note: Prices fluctuate rapidly. Always check official shop SNS accounts for real-time updates.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n\ud83d\udd25 The Hype Explained: Why the Price Spike?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Why is a starter Pok\u00e9mon commanding such a high price tag? It comes down to three factors: Visuals, Scarcity, and the Z-A<\/em> Connection.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. The Return of Mega Evolution<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As a potential starter partner in Pok\u00e9mon LEGENDS Z-A, Tepig\u2019s final evolution, Emboar, has received the Mega Evolution treatment. The artwork captures Mega Emboar engulfed in flames said to reach nearly 18,000\u00b0F (10,000\u00b0C)\u2014a visually stunning piece that does justice to this fan-favorite Unova tank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. The “Deck 101” Lottery<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This isn’t a card you can simply pull from a standard booster pack. It is hidden within the “Start Deck 100 Battle Collection,” specifically in the secret Deck No. 101. The random nature of these decks makes targeting this specific card a nightmare for completionists, naturally driving up the secondary market price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. The “Trio” Factor<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Collectors love complete sets. With Mega Meganium ex and Mega Feraligatr ex also appearing in this set (representing the Grass and Water starters for Z-A), the demand to secure all three in SAR rarity is fueling the price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n\u2694\ufe0f Meta Analysis: A New Heavy hitter?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s not just a pretty card; it\u2019s a powerhouse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wall-Breaking Damage<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mega Emboar ex\u2019s signature move, “Crimson Bomb,” deals a massive 320 damage. In the current meta, this is a critical threshold. It allows players to one-shot bulky threats like Marnie\u2019s Grimmsnarl ex and the ever-present Dragapult ex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Synergy with “White Flare”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This card pairs perfectly with the standard Emboar from the White Flare set, opening up new deck-building strategies. As the meta evolves, if Mega Emboar ex proves to be a consistent tier-1 contender, we can expect the price to climb even higher as players rush to upgrade their rarities (“bling out” their decks).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n\ud83d\udccb Card Specifications<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Specification<\/strong><\/td> Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead> Card Name<\/strong><\/td> Mega Emboar ex<\/td><\/tr> Rarity<\/strong><\/td> SAR (Special Art Rare) Version<\/td><\/tr> Set Source<\/strong><\/td> Start Deck 100 Battle Collection<\/td><\/tr> Release Date<\/strong><\/td> Friday, Dec 19, 2025<\/td><\/tr> Illustrator<\/strong><\/td> nagimiso<\/td><\/tr> Card Number<\/strong><\/td> 762\/742<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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- 12\/20:<\/strong> 15,000 JPY (Correction)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 12\/19:<\/strong> 20,000 JPY (Initial Hype)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Buying Price (Shop Offer):<\/strong> 15,000 JPY\n