As one ofthe most valuable sets in the X&Y eraof thePokemon TCG, Phantom Forces carries weight as a standout set for Gengar collectors, as it features an incredible number of this popular Ghost-type Pokemon. If you’re not interested in Gengar, there are plenty of other cards to enjoy in this set.
Fromvaluable full-art Trainer cardsto some surprising Secret Rare Pokemon, Phantom Forces pulls out all the stops, with a collection of valuable cards to collect and enjoy.
Cards are valued according to theirTCGPlayerMarket Price, which is what you mightpay on averagefor the cards below though,sale prices are vastly different depending on condition,so this is just a rough idea of the given card’s value.
10Xerosic (Full Art) – $6.17
An Unexpected Start
Don’t worry if you completely forgot about Xerosic’s existence, as this Pokemon Trainer doesn’t exactly boast many memorable moments. Similarly, this card is relatively unremarkable in price, as itcan be had for under $10 in nearly perfect condition.
The artwork itself is nice and offers a vibrant color palette and an unusual action shot, but there isn’t much that makes this card stand out from the rest. It’s a prime contender to fall out of the top spots in the future if some lagging cards spike in price.
9Florges EX (Full Art) – $6.29
Beginning To Bloom
Florges feels like the perfect choice to take this spot, considering the card to come next is very related to flowers. Sticking to the present for now, Florges is one of the few full-art Pokemon to appear among the best cards in Phantom Forces, bursting into the ninth spot with beautiful artwork.
Although it isn’t a popular Pokemon, Florges finds a home in Phantom Forces, as this verdant flower breaks up theGhostly parade that’s still to come.
8AZ (Full Art) – $8.47
AZ Always Needs A Nearby Flower
AZ is one of Pokemon X & Y’s most enigmatic characters, as his appearance is short, but nuanced. This gorgeous full-art depiction of AZ puts the mountain of a man in the spotlight, as this Trainer card offersdecent value for one of the less appreciated characters.
While it’s unlikely that this card crosses into the double digits without some sort of catalyst, it’s a great card to buy if you enjoy the character, as he’s unlikely to get many more depictions, if any.
7Gengar EX (Ultra Rare) – $10.86
The First Phantom Appearance
The Gengar EX lands as the first Phantom Forces card thus far to eclipse the $10 mark, jumping ahead of AZ to spark aseries of double and triple-digit values to come.While it can’t hold a candle to the incredible value ofexpensive Gengar cards, like the one from Team Up, this card’s artwork is unexpectedly good.
The colorful blotches mesh well with Gengar’s darker purple palette, offering an excellent depiction of this fan-favorite phantom that won’t break the bank. Considering Gengar’s immense popularity, it’s surprising this card isn’t worth more, but there’s plenty more to come from this Pokemon.
6Lysandre’s Trump Card (Full Art) – $11.20
A Card About A Card
Aside from the very meta name, Lysandre’s Trump Card boasts beautiful, bold artwork of everyone’s favorite Kalos-based antagonist. The silent and serious leader of Team Flare makes a statement of his bad intentions, with thissuper villain-esque design.
Lysandre’s technological ace up his sleeve makes quite a shocking entrance for this red-haired leader, though the slightly disappointing $11 valuation leaves Lysandre very short of the top spots to come.
5M Manectric EX (Secret Rare) – $14.89
Manectric Has That Dog In It
You probably didn’t expect to see Manectric among the most expensive Phantom Forces cards, but this Mega Evolved Electric-type Pokemon leaps into the limelight, as it runs up toward the$15 mark.
Near Mintcopies have sold for over $15, but only by a few dollars, leaving little room for this card to keep going up.
Manectric is mid-flight as electricity crackles around the borders of the card, giving this a bright, eye-catching design that will have you taking second glances.
4M Gengar EX (Ultra Rare) – $35.78
Subtlety Is Everything
The Mega Gengar EX is the first of its kind to appear, but its twin is coming up with a small change that makes a huge difference. The Ultra Rare version boasts a blast of bold, bright colors to complement the darker primary purple palette that perfectly suits Gengar.
Gengar is one of the most beloved from the original 151, but it can’t be contained to its original simple depiction, as the addition of Mega Evolution changed the landscape for Gengar forever.
3M Gengar EX (Secret Rare) – $65.96
Can You Spot The Difference?
If you’ve been paying close attention to the Katakana (Japanese writing) in front of each Mega Pokemon’s design, then you may notice that that’s where the difference lies between the Ultra Rare and Secret Rare versions of Mega Gengar.
You’ll find similarly designedcards among the most valuable in Primal Clash.
Aside from that specific detail, these two Mega Gengar cards are functionally identical, but their rarity differences completely alter their values. Who knew that changingone coloron a card could makea $30 difference?
2Gengar EX (Full Art) – $163.27
Ballooning In Price
This vibrant Gengar artwork is one of themost vibrant to ever appear in the Pokemon TCG,rivaling modern marvels like the Gengar VMAX,the most valuable card from Fusion Strike.
This fantastic full-art Gengar doesn’t even need Mega Evolution to leapfrog over the other variations found in Phantom Forces, as the classic Gengar design claims the crown forthe most expensive Gengar in the set.However, one card sets itself apart from the rest with the help of a bright color palette.
1Dialga EX (Secret Rare) – $223.23
All White Everything
The Dialga EX stands head and shoulders above the rest of the most expensive cards in Phantom Forces, as the lone card boasting analmost entirely white color palette.
If you enjoy chase cards that show you exactly why they’re sought after with a simple glance, then this card is an excellent example, as it stands out from a crowd with ease.
This Dialga continues to roar upward in price, as the copies in near-mint condition cancommand values around $300.Whether you love or hate the color choice, it’s easy to see why this is the most valuable card in Phantom Forces.
