Phantasmal Flames
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−40%
$48.42 sealed → $28.89 EV | EV/pack: $3.53
Even the best product loses −$19.53 on average.
If you must open something: Phantasmal Flames Build & Battle Box loses the least at −$19.53.
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Phantasmal Flames Build & Battle Box
MSRP $21.99 • Market price $48.42 • Return −40%
Set EV History
Recent movement in set-level EV based on current pricing and pull-rate assumptions.
EV Trend
EV per pack and best product return over time.
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Chase Cards
What you could pull from this set, ranked by value.
Mega Charizard X ex - 125/094
#125/094
SIR$743.08
EV: $1.86
Mega Charizard X ex - 130/094
#130/094
MHR$373.90
EV: $0.30
Mega Charizard X ex - 109/094
#109/094
UR$38.33
EV: $0.19
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Meowth
#106/094
IR$17.96
EV: $0.15
Piplup - 098/094
#098/094
IR$12.20
EV: $0.10
Mega Charizard X ex - 013/094
#013/094
RR$4.26
EV: $0.09
Dawn - 129/094
#129/094
SIR$32.98
EV: $0.08
Mega Sharpedo ex - 127/094
#127/094
SIR$28.15
EV: $0.07
Mega Gengar ex
#056/094
RR$2.62
EV: $0.05
Mega Lopunny ex - 128/094
#128/094
SIR$20.45
EV: $0.05
Deep Dives
Expandable sections for the EV math, pull-rate tables, and editorial FAQ.
The Math — EV Breakdown & Pull Rates
| Rarity | Cards | Avg Value | Range | Pull Rate | EV/Pack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Special Illustration Rare(SIR) | 5 | $168.95 | $20.07–$743.08 | 1.25% | $2.11 |
| Illustration Rare(IR) | 13 | $4.74 | $1.24–$17.96 | 11.10% | $0.53 |
| Ultra Rare(UR) | 17 | $4.30 | $0.74–$38.33 | 8.30% | $0.36 |
| Mega Hyper Rare(MHR) | 1 | $373.90 | $373.90–$373.90 | 0.08% | $0.30 |
| Double Rare(RR) | 10 | $1.13 | $0.49–$4.26 | 20.00% | $0.23 |
| Total EV / Pack | $3.53 | ||||
| Rarity | Pull Rate | Odds | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double Rare(RR) | 20.00% | 1 in 5 | 5,000 |
| Illustration Rare(IR) | 11.10% | 1 in 9 | 5,000 |
| Ultra Rare(UR) | 8.30% | 1 in 12 | 5,000 |
| Special Illustration Rare(SIR) | 1.25% | 1 in 80 | 5,000 |
| Mega Hyper Rare(MHR) | 0.08% | 1 in 1259 | 5,000 |
Sources: https://www.tcgplayer.com/content/article/Pokemon-TCG-Phantasmal-Flames-Pull-Rates/9abae60d-b7fb-448f-874e-176f78d6a6ca/, https://screenrant.com/pokemon-tcg-phantasmal-flames-mega-charizard-ex-sir-pull-rate/, https://tcgprotectors.com/blogs/pokemon-blog/phantasmal-flames-pull-rates-10000-packs-analyzed-hits-or-misses
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Phantasmal Flames worth opening?
- At current market prices, Phantasmal Flames Build & Battle Box loses $19.53 on average. You are better off keeping it sealed or buying singles directly.
- What is the EV of a Phantasmal Flames booster pack?
- The expected value of a single Phantasmal Flames booster pack is $3.53 based on current TCGPlayer market prices and community pull rate data.
- What is the MSRP for Phantasmal Flames products?
- Phantasmal Flames Build & Battle Box launched at $21.99 MSRP. Compare that to the current sealed market price of $48.42 to see how far Phantasmal Flames pricing has moved from retail.
- What are the best cards to pull in Phantasmal Flames?
- The most valuable cards in Phantasmal Flames are Mega Charizard X ex - 125/094 ($743.08), Mega Charizard X ex - 130/094 ($373.90), Mega Charizard X ex - 109/094 ($38.33).
- How often do you pull a chase card in Phantasmal Flames?
- Pull rates are based on 5,000 pack openings from community sources. See the pull rate table below for exact odds per rarity tier.
- What is the best Phantasmal Flames product to buy?
- Based on current EV calculations, Phantasmal Flames Build & Battle Box offers the best return at −40% (−$19.53). It contains 4 packs and is priced at $48.42.
- How often are Phantasmal Flames prices updated?
- All prices are updated daily at 21:00 UTC using TCGPlayer market prices via TCGCSV. EV calculations refresh automatically with each price update.
- What is cash-out EV for Phantasmal Flames?
- Cash-out EV is the expected value after marketplace fees, shipping, and liquidity discounts. We apply a 0.64x multiplier to market EV. For Phantasmal Flames Build & Battle Box, cash-out EV is $18.49 versus $28.89 market EV.
- How do pull rates work for Phantasmal Flames?
- Pull rates represent the probability of pulling each rarity tier from a single booster pack. They are based on 5,000 community pack openings. Each rarity tier has a different pull rate — higher rarities are harder to pull but typically more valuable.
As of March 2026, Phantasmal Flames products lose an average of $53.98 (−59%) based on current TCGPlayer market prices and community-sourced pull rate data from 5,000+ pack openings.