Mega Charizard X (Non-Football / Pokémon)
N/A - Pokémon Character · N/A - Pokémon Franchise
Counterfeit / Bootleg (Imitating Pokémon XY Flashfire) #013/094 (Incorrect for official set)
Year & Era
Modern Era (Attempted counterfeit of 2014-era design)
Card Type
Counterfeit / Proxy
Grade
Poor (N/A due to being non-authentic)
Rarity
Common Bootleg
Overall Assessment
This item is a counterfeit Pokémon card, not a football card. It holds no value in the sports or TCG hobby and should be identified as a 'fake'.
Condition Grade
Poor (N/A due to being non-authentic)
Centering Assessment
Poor/Off-center top to bottom; borders are inconsistent with authentic printing standards.
Surface Condition
Poor; exhibits the flat, oily finish common in mass-produced Chinese bootleg cards.
Corner Condition
Rounded; cut radius does not match authentic Pokémon Company specifications.
Edge Condition
Rough; showing signs of cheap die-cutting process.
Print Quality
Extremely Low; text font is incorrect (specifically the HP and attack text), colors are oversaturated, and the holographic pattern is missing or incorrect.
Estimated Value
$0.00 USD (No market value for counterfeit items)
Comparison to Known Examples
This card features impossible stats (360 HP) and incorrect set markings compared to the genuine Mega Charizard X EX from the Flashfire set.
Authentication Tips
Compare fonts to a known authentic copy. Genuine cards have specific kerning and font weights. The '360 HP' is a massive red flag as the authentic card (XY Flashfire #69 or #108) has 230 HP. The set symbol 'PFL' is fictitious.
Grading Recommendation
Do not grade; this card will be rejected/returned as 'Authenticity Unverifiable' by PSA, BGS, or SGC.
Red Flags
MAJOR RED FLAG: This is not a football card. MAJOR RED FLAG: The HP (360) is non-existent for this era of Pokémon. The card set code 'PFL' is fake. The font is thin and digitized.
Provenance Notes
Likely sourced from a 'flea market' or 'bulk lot' pack of counterfeit cards often sold on unregulated marketplaces.
Historical Context
While Charizard is a high-value character in TCG history, this specific physical item is a modern reproduction with no historical value.
Market Trends
Counterfeit items have no positive market trend; they are prohibited from sale on platforms like eBay.
Investment Potential
None. Counterfeit cards do not appreciate in value.
Similar Cards
Authentic Pokémon XY Flashfire Mega Charizard X EX #69/106.
Display & Preservation
No preservation recommended; this is not a collectible item.
Interesting Facts
Bootleg cards often increase the HP of characters to appeal to children who equate higher numbers with 'stronger' cards.