Torkoal

Market outlook

Declining Outlook 4/10

Recent 30-day drop of -45.2% in raw prices amid post-Sun & Moon market saturation.

Next months. Stable to slight decline, $5-10 raw range next 3-6 months

Long term. Declining long-term as vintage SM cards; hold graded high-grade copies

History

Torkoal is a Fire-type Pokémon from the Pokémon franchise, introduced in Generation III (Ruby/Sapphire). It resembles a coal-fired steam locomotive, with a shell that burns coal to produce smoke and flames, symbolizing industrial power and endurance; significant as a basic-stage Pokémon valued for energy recovery in competitive play.

First released November 1, 2019, in the Sun & Moon—Cosmic Eclipse set in North America.

• Full Art Secret Rare variant featuring intricate artwork of Torkoal emitting flames
• Attack 'Fire Fling' retrieves 4 Fire Energy from discard, making it utility-focused
• Numbered 237/236 as a Secret Rare exceeding the main set's 236 cards

Rarity and print run

Tier

Secret Rare

Print run

Medium

First printed in

Sun & Moon—Cosmic Eclipse

Demand

Low

Supply

Medium

• Position beyond main set (237/236)
• Full Art holo treatment appeals to collectors
• CHR variant increases visual appeal

Collector notes

Condition. Inspect centering on full art borders, check for print lines or scratches on shell flames, common flaws include edge whitening from sleeves and surface scratches on holo pattern.

Storage. Use penny sleeves and semi-rigid top loaders; store in cool, dry environment away from sunlight to prevent holo oxidation.

Authenticity. Verify black market stamp absence (none for this card), check font alignment and holo sparkle consistency; compare to official scans, fakes often have dull foil or incorrect energy symbols.