Blaziken
Blaziken is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Great Encounters (#1). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $24.09 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2008. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Blaziken suits collectors working on Great Encounters who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $24.09 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Blaziken from Great Encounters?
Blaziken is a Pokémon card in Great Encounters numbered 1. Flames spout from its wrists, enveloping its knuckles. Its punches scorch its foes. National Pokédex #257. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 1 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Blaziken worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $24.09 for Blaziken. Low and high spread varies by finish. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $49.93; Holofoil: $24.09. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 1 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Great Encounters |
|---|---|
| Number | 1 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $24.09 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €3.23 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $49.93 justtcg · 2026-09-30 |
| Holofoil | $24.09 justtcg · 2026-09-30 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 130 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fire |
| Evolves from | Combusken |
| Fire Dance | Colorless 30 Search your discard pile for a Fire Energy card and attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. |
| Flame Kick | FireFireColorless Discard 2 Fire Energy attached to Blaziken. This attack does 80 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Weakness | Water +30 |
How collectible is Blaziken?
Blaziken is listed as Rare Holo in Great Encounters. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 1 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Holo.
What are the key details for Blaziken?
Catalog fields: set Great Encounters, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Great Encounters. Collector number 1 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Holo.
Cactaur's take
Blaziken (#1) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Great Encounters. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Blaziken is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Great Encounters, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $24.09 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $49.93; Holofoil: $24.09).
- Illustrator Kagemaru Himeno has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $24.09 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Blaziken worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $24.09 for ungraded Blaziken from Great Encounters. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Blaziken from?
Blaziken is listed in Great Encounters (Diamond & Pearl) as card #1. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Blaziken?
Our catalog lists Blaziken as Rare Holo in Great Encounters. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Blaziken good for collectors or players?
Blaziken includes gameplay stats in Great Encounters. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. This printing is from Great Encounters.
Should I grade Blaziken?
Grading only makes sense when Blaziken appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $24.09, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Blaziken?
Finish variants of Blaziken carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $49.93; Holofoil: $24.09 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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