So lets check in on the state of Standard, take a look at the overall metagame, and a deeper look at a few decks in particular
10/ 2019 Pokemon SM Black Star Promo SM120 Full Art Moltres & Zapdos & Articuno GX Total graded: 54,387 Gem Rate Percent (Average of 10's): 59% Average price: $300 The SM210 card was released in 2019 as a special promotional card tied to the Hidden Fates expansion
Consulting price guides and online marketplaces can provide valuable insights into the going rates for specific cards
Sadly, nothing lasts forever, and this card crashed down to $250 after lingering around a high of $280
The Fantastical Parade expansion was released on January 29, 2026
In this case, the most valuable energy card ever is simply a reprint of the HeartGold & SoulSilver darkness energy, but critically, this version from Call of Legends is holofoil meaning its value ratchets up considerably