Blaine's Charizard [Energy Misprint] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
This version of Blaine's Charizard is famous for one of the most recognizable Wizards-era errors: Gym Challenge lists an incorrect Fighting Energy symbol in the text of Roaring Flames, and Bulbapedia documents it as a corrected error card.
Set Lore
Blaine's Charizard sits near the top of Gym Challenge as card #2 in the set, a fitting placement for one of the expansion's headline holo rares from the October 16, 2000 release.
In-Game
The card's pairing feels especially collectible because Gym Challenge centers on Blaine, the Fire-type Gym Leader of Cinnabar Island, making Charizard a natural symbol of his volcanic theme.
Card History
Blaine is rarely associated with Charizard in core canon, which gives this card extra mystique for collectors since Bulbapedia notes he only borrowed Ash's Charizard in one manga storyline rather than owning one outright.
Artist
With artwork by Ken Sugimori, Blaine's Charizard carries the signature look of Pokémon's original visual architect, adding extra nostalgia for collectors who love early franchise art.
Card Reference
About Blaine's Charizard [Energy Misprint] (Pokemon Gym Challenge #2)
Blaine's Charizard [Energy Misprint] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Gym Challenge set, card number 2. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 2000. The current market price is $146.04, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
What is the current market price of Blaine's Charizard [Energy Misprint] from Pokemon Gym Challenge #2?
The current market price of Blaine's Charizard [Energy Misprint] is $146.04. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Blaine's Charizard [Energy Misprint] from?
Blaine's Charizard [Energy Misprint] is from the Pokemon Gym Challenge set, card number 2, released in 2000.
Is Blaine's Charizard [Energy Misprint] worth grading?
Whether Blaine's Charizard [Energy Misprint] is worth grading depends on its condition and the graded population for the card. Higher grades command larger premiums, so review recent graded sales and use Double Holo's Grading ROI tools to weigh the cost of grading against the expected graded value before submitting.
How can I buy or sell Blaine's Charizard [Energy Misprint]?
You can buy or sell Blaine's Charizard [Energy Misprint] on the Double Holo marketplace, which pairs live listings with a bid and ask order book, so you can set your own price or take the best available offer. Sellers pay a 4.9% platform fee on completed sales, with a $1 minimum.
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