Magcargo

Magcargo

Selected Masterpiece • 23/160
Market Price $0.43
Primal Clash XY 2015
The Illustrator

Shigenori Negishi

Shigenori Negishi has contributed Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2011 to 2025, spanning series such as Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and XY. The work leans cartoonish and playful, with balanced, character-forward staging and vibrant, contrasting color.

Curatorial Commentary

“In this scene, Magcargo is depicted amidst a landscape of flowing lava and billowing smoke, showcasing its fiery nature. The Pokémon, with its vibrant red body and rocky shell, seems to embody the heat of its volcanic surroundings. The distant structure hints at a world where nature and habitation coexist, creating a sense of warmth and intensity. This snapshot captures the essence of Magcargo's character, reflecting both its elemental power and the environment it thrives in.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 16, 2026.

Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Fire
Era
XY
Release
04/02/2015

Flame Burst

20

This attack does 20 damage to 2 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Flamethrower

90

Discard an Energy attached to this Pokémon.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost