Pokemon TCG: The 10 Most Valuable Cards In XY Evolutions (2024)

The Pokemon TCG has a rich history of paying homage to iconic Pokemon and sets with each new generation offering the chance to look back at the successes of the generation prior. Special sets, like Pokemon Celebrations, feature reprints of desirable cards from the past.

Some of the best Generation One Pokemon resurface with excellent new and returning artwork to get excited about, including the starter trio. Charizard will universally command the most attention of the three starters, and this set is no different as Charizard will be a major component of the best cards in Evolutions.

10 Charizard EX (Ultra Rare) – $9.52

The First Charting Charizard

Charizard doesn't need much of a reason to appear among the most expensive cards in XY Evolutions, as the iconic Fire-type is a mainstay on these lists. This card is the only non-Mega Evolved starter Pokemon among the most valuable cards in Evolutions, showing just how much demand there is for Charizard.

The artwork is gorgeous for the relatively modest price tag, but considering the incredible designs on full-art cards still to come in this set, it's worth spending a little more for something distinct.

9 M Blastoise EX (Ultra Rare) – $10.01

Kantonian Starters Everywhere

Blastoise barely squeaks into the double digits, as XY Evolutions' most valuable cards are off to a strong start. Blastoise usually falls in line behind its buddy Charizard, but Blastoise puts up a good fight against its Fire-type foe in the battle for TCG supremacy.

Some full-art cards are coming up that make better use of the card space, so this Blastoise likely won't see much upward mobility in the future, making its placement solid.

8 Dragonite EX (Full Art) – $11.31

A Striking Perspective

With competition like this, the Ultra Rares that started things off won't be going anywhere higher than they are right now. Dragonite EX is a breathtaking card with bright, bold features that capture your attention.

Dragonite's pseudo-legendary status sets it apart from many other Pokemon from the original 151, but this artwork does some incredibly heavy lifting in supporting this card's value. You won't find many cooler versions of Dragonite than this.

7 Mewtwo EX (Full Art) – $12.69

Making The Full Art Count

Mewtwo is legendary in every sense of the word, as its impact on Pokemon is ubiquitous; from movies to games, and even in the TCG, Mewtwo is a force to be reckoned with. As one of the first legendary Pokemon in the series, Mewtwo carries a degree of nostalgia for many collectors to latch onto, but artwork like this needs no prior attachment.

Whether you're new to collecting or you've been adding to your Mewtwo collection for years, this is a must-have card on cool factor alone. Its price is relatively stable, but there's no telling what may happen in the Pokemon market.

6 Misty’s Determination (Full Art) – $14.14

A Fan Favorite Forever

Misty frequently finds herself at the center of attention whenever she features in a set, whether in vintage or modern releases.

Misty has been a fan favorite for what seems like forever since her appearances in valuable and iconic sets like Gym Challenge, and the demand for her cards shows no signs of slowing down.

5 M Venusaur EX (Full Art) – $19.42

A Vibrant, Verdant Venusaur Art

In general, Venusaur cards are usually the least expensive of the three Kanto starter Pokemon, but this artwork isn't any less incredible. Venusaur bursts through the cardboard with this almost three–dimensional effect, as this card is a cacophony of vibrant colors.

Despite its usual lagging behind its peers, this Venusaur full-art has had a steady climb since it kicked off past the $11 mark and hasn't looked back since. It's uncertain if this card will trade in this range or continue to break barriers, but one thing is certain: Venusaur won't be contained by borders of any kind.

4 M Charizard EX (Ultra Rare) – $22.23

A Sign Of What's To Come

Wherever there's an amazing Venusaur card basking in the spotlight, a Charizard is lying in wait to steal the spotlight from it. Charizard has the type advantage to start, and this card makes a good argument for being more visually striking than Venusaur's full-art version.

Charizard cards will always command attention, but cards like this justify their placement among the most expensive, as this ferocious Charizard art is primed to jump off the cardboard. There's even more to come from the most popular starter ever.

3 M Blastoise EX (Full Art) – $27.26

Bursting Into The Top Three

Though it may be short-lived, Blastoise gets the leg up on Charizard as the full-art Mega Blastoise art blows the Ultra Rare Charizard art out of the water.

While the most valuable XY Evolutions cards haven't all had great price trajectories, Blastoise has shown a meteoric rise from just over $13 to its current price point, more than doubling in about a year. The future looks bright for Blastoise, but there's plenty of ground to make up to reach the top spots.

2 M Charizard EX (Full Art) – $46.18

A Ferocious Mega Full-Art

At this point, there's no denying that Charizard rules over the top ten most expensive cards in XY Evolutions with an iron fist, monopolizing the top tier. This Charizard art might be one of the most unique in the history of Pokemon sets, as Charizard Y fills the canvas with eye-popping colors.

You won't find many other Pokemon that are synonymous with the brand quite like Charizard, so it's business as usual to see a distinct take on Charizard command such interest.

1 Charizard (Holo Rare) – $46.72

A Reprint Of The Base Set

Aside from a slight font update, this Charizard features reprinted artwork from the most valuable card in Pokemon's original base set. No other Pokemon card is as universally recognizable as the base set Charizard, so this card's placement among the most expensive cards in Evolutions isn't surprising.

This card barely snatches the top spot from the full-art design, but price volatility might change the order at any moment. While the battle for the most valuable card in XY Evolutions is far from over, Charizard is the undisputed champion – the only question is, "Which one?"