{"product_id":"mega-charizard-x-ex-023-me-mega-evolution-promo-mep","title":"Mega Charizard X ex - 023 - ME: Mega Evolution Promo (MEP)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMega Charizard X ex — MEP Black Star Promo #023\u003c\/strong\u003e is the headline card pulled from the \u003cem\u003eMega Charizard X ex Ultra-Premium Collection\u003c\/em\u003e, released November 14, 2025 alongside the \u003cem\u003ePhantasmal Flames\u003c\/em\u003e expansion. This is an \u003cstrong\u003eexclusive foil promo\u003c\/strong\u003e that cannot be found in standard booster packs — the only way to obtain it was inside that premium box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique promo-only artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e by illustrator Saboteri, featuring the iconic blue-flame Dragon\/Fire form of Mega Charizard X, with the Japanese attack text embedded in the art — a detail that makes this print distinct from every Phantasmal Flames set version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e360 HP Mega Evolution Pokémon ex\u003c\/strong\u003e with the \u003cem\u003eInferno X\u003c\/em\u003e attack: discard as many Fire Energy as you want from your Pokémon and deal 90 damage per discarded card — routinely hitting 300+ damage in a single swing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMega Evolution ex rule\u003c\/strong\u003e — opponent takes 3 Prize cards when it's Knocked Out, making every game-state decision count.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarket comps:\u003c\/strong\u003e TCGplayer market price sits around \u003cstrong\u003e$46\u003c\/strong\u003e (raw NM), with Cardmarket's 30-day average trending near \u003cstrong\u003e€63\u003c\/strong\u003e. PSA 8 slabs are actively trading on eBay, and PSA 10 copies are listed at GameStop — graded demand is real and building.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it holds value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pokémon Center sold out this UPC in hours at $119.99 MSRP. The sealed box resold for $180–$220+, keeping supply of loose singles tight. Charizard UPC promo exclusives from prior years have a proven track record of long-term appreciation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMEP #023 Mega Charizard X ex\u003c\/strong\u003e is a legitimate Expanded-format weapon and a Charizard cornerstone collectible in one card. Promo-exclusive, foil, Saboteri art, and playable — this is the version serious collectors are chasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAvailable at Collector Station, Easley, SC. Local pickup available. \u003cstrong\u003eAll sales final.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shipping damage must be reported within 48 hours of delivery with photos.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collector Station","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49148731523324,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/1387\/2892\/files\/5CC26396-3029-4A5D-BB52-D3DADBB01166.jpg?v=1780262653","url":"https:\/\/thecollectorstation.com\/products\/mega-charizard-x-ex-023-me-mega-evolution-promo-mep","provider":"Collector Station","version":"1.0","type":"link"}