Phantasmal Flames Card List: Mega Charizard X and Every Chase Card
Three Charizards, a Mega Hyper Rare and a set small enough to finish. Here's the Phantasmal Flames card list and the cards worth chasing.
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Charizard is back, and this time it’s Mega Charizard X ex leading the charge. If you’re after a Phantasmal Flames card list that cuts straight to the good stuff, here’s everything you need: the set basics, the cards worth chasing and how we’d open it.
It’s a compact set by modern standards, which is actually one of its best features. You can make real progress on it without needing three booster boxes and a second mortgage.
The booster box, led by Mega Charizard X ex.
In this guide
Phantasmal Flames at a glance
Phantasmal Flames is the second main expansion of the Mega Evolution era. It released in English on 14 November 2025, and it’s the English version of the Japanese set Inferno X.
Set size: 130 cards, with 94 in the main set and 36 secret rares.
Lead Pokémon: Mega Charizard X ex.
Japanese equivalent: Inferno X, released on 26 September 2025.
At 130 cards, the Phantasmal Flames card list is much friendlier than the giant sets, and finishing the 94-card main set is a realistic goal from a booster box or two.
The best cards on the Phantasmal Flames card list
These are the cards collectors want most right now. We’ve left prices out because they change every week, but the order reflects demand.
Mega Charizard X ex (125/094)
The Special Illustration Rare is the big one. Charizard has been the hobby’s favourite for decades, and this is the card most people open the set hoping to see.
Mega Charizard X ex (130/094)
The Mega Hyper Rare version, with the gold textured finish. It’s the top rarity on the Phantasmal Flames card list and an absolute stunner in hand.
Mega Charizard X ex (109/094)
Yes, a third Charizard. The Ultra Rare is a lot easier to pull than the two above, which makes it a great “I got a Charizard” moment for younger collectors.
Dawn (129/094)
Trainer Special Illustration Rares are always popular, and Dawn is a fan favourite from Diamond and Pearl.
Mega Sharpedo ex, Mega Lopunny ex and Meowth
Mega Sharpedo ex (127/094) and Mega Lopunny ex (128/094) are the other Special Illustration Rares people are chasing. The Meowth Illustration Rare (106/094) is a sleeper hit, the kind of card that ends up in a lot of binders just because it’s charming.
Tips for completing the Phantasmal Flames card list
Start with the main set. 94 cards is very doable, and it’s satisfying to fill those pages first.
Keep reverse holos separate. If you want a master set, you’ll need them, and they’re easy to lose in a pile of bulk.
Trade your duplicate Charizards. Seriously, someone will want them, and a fair trade can fill three gaps at once.
Buy the last secret rares as singles. Chasing a specific card in packs almost always costs more than buying it.
We’d also suggest keeping a printed or digital copy of the Phantasmal Flames card list next to you when you open. Ticking cards off is half the fun.
Which product should you buy?
Phantasmal Flames is a main expansion, so the full line-up is available, including a proper booster box.
Elite Trainer Box
Ultra-Premium Collection
Japanese Inferno X
Booster box
The booster box gives you the best price per pack and the best shot at the main set. If you’re serious about the Phantasmal Flames card list, this is where to start.
Elite Trainer Box
The Elite Trainer Box is a great all-rounder, with packs, sleeves and dice. It’s the one we’d give as a present.
Booster bundle
Just want to open some packs? The booster bundle is the simplest option.
We think it’s one of the more enjoyable sets of the era. It’s small enough to complete, it has a genuine headline chase in Mega Charizard X ex and the supporting cards are strong. If you’re a Charizard fan, it’s an easy yes.
If you’d prefer a bigger project, take a look at our guide to the Ascended Heroes card list, which is more than twice the size.
Who it suits
Charizard collectors, obviously. But also anyone who wants a set they can realistically finish, and parents looking for a box with a decent chance of a “wow” moment for their kids. The Ultra Rare Charizard helps a lot there.
A word on storing Charizards
Whatever you pull from the Phantasmal Flames card list, look after the big hits properly. Put each one in a penny sleeve, then a top loader, and keep them out of direct sunlight. Foil and textured cards can curl in warm rooms, so a cool, dry shelf is best. It sounds fussy, but it’s the difference between a card that looks perfect in five years and one that doesn’t.
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are on the Phantasmal Flames card list?
There are 130 cards: 94 in the main set and 36 secret rares.
When did Phantasmal Flames come out?
It released in English on 14 November 2025. The Japanese version, Inferno X, came out on 26 September 2025.
What’s the best card in the set?
The Mega Charizard X ex Special Illustration Rare (125/094) is the most wanted card, with the Mega Hyper Rare close behind.
