Pokémon TCG: Ethan's Magcargo #197 PSA 9 - Japanese
Details about Ethan's Magcargo 197/193 (PSA 9) – Japanese Art Rare from MEGA Dream ex
Whether you're a dedicated collector or a TCG enthusiast, here is a PSA 9-graded Ethan's Magcargo 197/193 Japanese Pokémon card from the popular M2a: High Class Pack – MEGA Dream ex set. This card combines Hideki Ishikawa's distinctive full-art illustration with a gameplay-focused Fire-type design and a theme centered on Ethan/Hibiki – the Johto-region protagonist from Pokémon Gold/Silver.
Collector & condition grade: PSA 9 graded Art Rare
The card has been professionally graded by PSA and received a PSA 9 (Mint). This means the card appears in near-flawless condition with minimal wear, making it especially attractive to collectors seeking a high standard in their Graded cards. The Art Rare status (AR) places Magcargo in an exclusive subset where visual appeal and collector interest are often higher than for regular rares.
Technical and visual details
- Language: Japanese
- Set: M2a: High Class Pack – MEGA Dream ex
- Card number: 197/193 (Art Rare)
- Type: Fire-type, Stage 1 (evolves from Ethan's Slugma)
- HP: 130
- Ability: Melt Away – no Retreat Cost if no Energy is attached
- Attack: Lava Burst – discard up to 5 Fire Energy, 70 damage per Energy (max. 350 damage)
- Illustrator: Hideki Ishikawa (full-art, holo)
- Thematic focus: Ethan/Hibiki (the Johto trainer's Magcargo)
Relevance for collectors and players
With its Art Rare placement and Hideki Ishikawa's detailed illustration, Ethan's Magcargo is an obvious choice for collectors of Japanese Pokémon cards and Johto-themed trainer sets. At the same time, the card offers a utility-based ability and potentially high damage output in play, making it interesting for Fire-type deck builders — although it has no documented tournament status.
If you want to expand your collection with a visually striking and high-condition card from MEGA Dream ex, Ethan's Magcargo 197/193 PSA 9 is a strong candidate. Also check our selection of Pokémon cards for more Japanese and graded variants.
