Basic Fire Energy

Obsidian Flames 230/197 • secret-rare

Set: Obsidian Flames
Number: 230/197
Rarity: Hyper Rare
Released: 2023
Finish: Gold
Market price: $3.97

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$3.97market price via TCGplayer · Aug 30, 2026$3.54 – $4.61 over the tracked period

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The Basic Fire Energy from the Obsidian Flames expansion stands out for its Hyper Rare design, featuring a distinct gold-etched finish that elevates a fundamental gameplay component into a collectible showpiece. As a secret-rare card, it is sought after by players and collectors who value the aesthetic contrast between this premium finish and the standard energy cards used in daily play.

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The Basic Fire Energy card (230/197) was released as part of the Pokémon Trading Card Game's Scarlet & Violet—Obsidian Flames expansion in 2023. As a Hyper Rare entry, it serves as a premium aesthetic variant of the fundamental energy card required to power Fire-type Pokémon attacks, reflecting the expansion's focus on Terastal Pokémon and high-rarity collector pieces.

The design utilizes a sophisticated gold-etched foil treatment that characterizes the Hyper Rare tier within the Scarlet & Violet era. This aesthetic direction emphasizes a minimalist, luxurious look intended to distinguish special energy cards from standard play-focused versions, catering to collectors who prioritize texture, rarity, and visual flair in their deck compositions.

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