Pokémon TCG: Ethan's Magcargo #197 PSA 9 - Japanese

Ethan's Magcargo #197 PSA 9 – Japanese Art Rare from MEGA Dream ex

For collectors of Japanese Pokémon cards, Ethan's Magcargo #197/193 from M2a: High Class Pack – MEGA Dream ex is a particularly sought-after card. Here you get a single, Graded card in original Japanese print, graded PSA 9. The card combines rarity, striking full-art holography and distinctive artwork by Hideki Ishikawa — all presented as an Art Rare (AR) designed to stand out in any collection.

About the card: Art Rare from High Class Pack – MEGA Dream ex

Ethan’s Magcargo #197/193 is part of the Japanese high-class set M2a: High Class Pack – MEGA Dream ex. As an Art Rare (AR), the card is not only a visual gem but also one of the most sought-after full-art holo cards in the set. AR cards act as a chase subset for collectors and are known for their detailed, atmospheric illustrations.

The artwork features Magcargo (Fire-type) alongside the trainer Ethan (Hibiki in Japanese), rendered in an illustration signed by Hideki Ishikawa. The details and colors of the full-art holography make the card a natural centerpiece for any collection of Japanese Pokémon cards.

PSA 9 Grading – Condition and Collector Value

The card is professionally graded by PSA and has received a grade of PSA 9, indicating an almost flawless condition with only minimal, nearly invisible signs of handling. PSA 9 is among the higher grading tiers, making the card attractive to collectors seeking documented quality and authenticity. As a single card — not sealed or bulk — it is delivered in PSA’s sealed holder, which preserves both condition and value.

Technical Details and Gameplay

• Type: Fire, Stage 1 Pokémon
• HP: 130
• Ability – Melt Away: If this card has no Energy attached, it has no Retreat Cost
• Attack – Lava Burst: [Fire][Fire][Fire] – Discard up to 5 Fire Energy from Magcargo; 70 damage per discarded Energy (up to 350 damage)
• Weakness: Water x2
• Retreat Cost: 3 (can be reduced via ability)
• Language: Japanese
• Rarity: Art Rare (AR), full art holo

The card is fully playable in the Japanese format, but it is the collector value and visual impact that make this card special.

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