{"product_id":"pokemon-tcg-ethans-magcargo-197-psa-9-148760868","title":"Pokémon TCG: Ethan's Magcargo #197 PSA 9 - Japanese","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Ethan’s Magcargo 197\/193 AR PSA 9 – Japanese (M2a: MEGA Dream ex)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors who appreciate both rarity and quality, \u003cstrong\u003eEthan’s Magcargo 197\/193 AR PSA 9 Japanese\u003c\/strong\u003e is a standout card from the \u003cstrong\u003ePokémon TCG set M2a: High Class Pack – MEGA Dream ex\u003c\/strong\u003e (2025). This graded single card is rated \u003cstrong\u003ePSA 9\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring excellent condition and authenticity, and it is the Japanese edition with \u003cstrong\u003eArt Rare (AR) full art holo\u003c\/strong\u003e rarity. The card is particularly sought after by Art Rare collectors and fans of the Johto protagonist Ethan (Hibiki), as it depicts Magcargo alongside its trainer in a character-focused illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails about the card and grading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis card is a \u003cstrong\u003ePSA-graded\u003c\/strong\u003e collectible, where the grade 9 indicates \u003cem\u003eMint\u003c\/em\u003e condition – only minimal, nearly invisible flaws are allowed. Each graded card has a unique certification number (not shown here), guaranteeing authenticity and traceability. As \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rogerz.dk\/en\/collections\/gradede-kort\"\u003eGraded cards\u003c\/a\u003e, this type is especially valued by collectors who want documented quality and protection for their collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecial collector traits and illustration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Art Rare (AR), full art holo\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hideki Ishikawa – the artwork features Magcargo and Ethan in an atmospheric, character-focused design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese – differs from international editions and often features unique artwork and finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet code:\u003c\/strong\u003e M2a (MEGA Dream ex, 2025)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only the graded single card is included – no additional accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArt Rare cards from the M2a set are known for their artistic expression and collector appeal. This variant was released only as the Japanese standard AR, making it especially interesting for those who collect \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rogerz.dk\/en\/collections\/japanske-pokemon-kort\"\u003eJapanese Pokémon cards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCard mechanics and type\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEthan’s Magcargo is a \u003cstrong\u003eFire-type Stage 1 Pokémon\u003c\/strong\u003e with 130 HP. It has the Ability “Melt Away” (no Retreat Cost if no energy is attached) and the attack “Lava Burst”, where you may discard up to 5 Fire Energy for 70 damage per discarded Energy. The card has a Water weakness and a retreat cost of 3 (before Ability).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis card is primarily aimed at collectors and enthusiasts, since the AR rarity and grading make it less relevant for tournament play. For a broader selection of similar products, see our range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rogerz.dk\/en\/collections\/pokemon-kort\"\u003ePokémon cards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Pokémon Company","offers":[{"title":"Standard VAT","offer_id":58283727520075,"sku":"148760868","price":44.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Margin Scheme","offer_id":58283728732491,"sku":"148760868","price":44.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6014\/4932\/files\/4My3E-VwpUmtHLfLPvpRnA.jpg?v=1787912739","url":"https:\/\/rogerz.eu\/products\/pokemon-tcg-ethans-magcargo-197-psa-9-148760868","provider":"Rogerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}