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Moltres - Brilliant Stars (#21)
- Number
- 21
- Illustrator
- otumami
- Energy
- Fire
It's one of the legendary bird Pokémon. When Moltres flaps its flaming wings, they glimmer with a dazzling red glow.
Moltres - Brilliant Stars
Moltres is a Rare Holo Pokémon card from the Brilliant Stars Pokémon TCG set, released 2022, illustrated by otumami. It sits at card number 21 in the Brilliant Stars checklist, classified as a Fire-type Pokémon with 120 HP and the Basic subtype.
In collector terms, this is a holofoil rare. The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $0.40. This is the highest available reference across the 2 listed variants. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Moltres has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#21 in Brilliant Stars) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.
CIV 32Weak
Weak market heat, icon status.
30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.
Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.
Release-window weight.
Price references USD
Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. A history snapshot records stored values and does not confirm a new source update.
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Search eBay manually →Market price history
Sale History 41 sales · since 2022-12-01
| Date | Grade | Price | Lot |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAW | $1.86 | ||
| RAW | $1.60 | ||
| RAW | $1.69 | ||
| RAW | $1.82 | ||
| RAW | $1.27 | ||
| RAW | $1.56 | ||
| RAW | $1.37 | ||
| RAW | $1.35 | ||
| RAW | $1.68 | ||
| RAW | $1.42 | ||
| RAW | $1.82 | ||
| RAW | $1.93 | ||
| RAW | $1.98 | ||
| RAW | $1.21 | ||
| RAW | $1.53 | ||
| RAW | $1.85 | ||
| RAW | $1.52 | ||
| RAW | $1.42 | ||
| RAW | $1.20 | ||
| RAW | $1.42 | ||
| RAW | $1.28 | ||
| RAW | $1.27 | ||
| RAW | $1.24 | ||
| RAW | $1.26 | ||
| RAW | $1.61 | ||
| RAW | $1.13 | ||
| RAW | $1.07 | ||
| RAW | $1.67 | ||
| RAW | $1.42 | ||
| RAW | $1.43 | ||
| RAW | $1.27 | ||
| RAW | $1.24 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $1.32 | ||
| RAW | $1.21 | ||
| RAW | $1.13 | ||
| RAW | $1.10 | ||
| RAW | $1.10 | ||
| RAW | $1.25 | ||
| RAW | $1.54 | ||
| RAW | $1.05 |
Other printings of Moltres
Moltres FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Moltres from Brilliant Stars worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $0.40. The headline selects the highest available reference across the listed variants. Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. Reference prices are not guaranteed sale prices. The variant table shows the available values; inconsistent ranges are hidden. Historical chart values may use different sources or variants.
How rare is Moltres?
This printing is a holofoil rare (the card is labeled "Rare Holo" on the checklist). Moltres has been printed 9 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Moltres?
otumami illustrated this card. See otumami's full Catchinary page for every Pokémon card they've drawn, grouped by set with current market prices, career stats, and alt-art highlights.
When was Moltres released?
The Brilliant Stars set released in 2022, so this card (#21 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Moltres?
The "Where to buy on eBay" panel above shows live listings. For long-term holds, consider graded copies (PSA / CGC) which trade separately and usually at a premium over raw.
Is Moltres legal in Standard format?
Check the current Pokémon TCG format rules and this exact printing's eligibility before tournament play. A card's age or set alone does not confirm its legality.