Question 1

What is the current market value of Darmanitan #98?

Accepted Answer

Latest market snapshots place Darmanitan in Black Bolt at roughly $10.41. The 7-day delta remains near neutral at -0.1%. It now sits 5.8% above its 30-day average of $9.84. The 90-day window shows a floor near $6.43 and a peak around $10.57 (40% total spread), which maps to moderate-volatility movement. The listed rarity for this print is Illustration Rare.

Question 2

Is Darmanitan #98 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Market structure summary: We observe a -0.1% shift this week, which points toward price consolidation rather than immediate volatility. With a 40% 90-day spread ($6.43-$10.57), this card currently tracks as moderate-volatility. Current value is 5.8% above its 30-day reference ($9.84). Condition sensitivity is substantial: PSA 10 carries a +1454% premium over raw value. PSA 9 is currently around $22.65, while PSA 10 is $161.79.

Question 3

What is Darmanitan #98 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Darmanitan appears in Black Bolt, released in 2025. The printed flavor text states: "Its internal fire burns at 2,500° F, making enough power that it can destroy a dump truck with one punch." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Illustration Rare. Printed HP is 140. Energy typing is Fire. This gives collectors a clear identity footprint for the print. This card evolves from Darumaka. Attack line includes "Searing Flame" and "Smashing Headbutt". The card has a weakness to Water. Retreat cost is 2 energy. This rarity tier generally sits in premium chase segments relative to base rarities.

Question 4

What are the alternative Darmanitan cards available?

Accepted Answer

A wider Darmanitan checklist helps contextualize this specific Darmanitan print. This comparison sample includes 6 alternatives across 6 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.02 and $0.24 (1100% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($0.12), this card is +8575%. Notable alternatives include Darmanitan #16 (Phantasmal Flames) at $0.06, Darmanitan #14 (Black Bolt) at $0.02, Darmanitan #35 (Twilight Masquerade) at $0.11, and Darmanitan #35 (Obsidian Flames) at $0.08.

Question 5

What set is Darmanitan #98 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Black Bolt was released in 2025. Black Bolt is grouped under the Scarlet & Violet era. The checklist contains 172 cards, placing it in a large expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 1 year old and still in a recent release window. In the Black Bolt checklist, Darmanitan occupies position #98 as a Illustration Rare card.

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