🎯 The Mega Brave & Mega Symphonia phenomenon: the most valuable cards
📅 Expansion releases
The new Mega Brave and Mega Symphonia expansions were released in Japan on August 1, 2025 , marking the beginning of the Mega Evolution block. The French release is scheduled for September 2025 .
💰 Top most expensive cards
Here are the most expensive cards based on recent sales in Japan.
✨ Mega Ultra Rare (WALL)
| Map | Japan Price (¥) | Estimated price FR (€ incl. VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| Mega Gardevoir ex (WALL) | 54,000 yen | ~ €397 |
| Mega Lucario ex (WALL) | 50,000 yen | ~ €368 |
🌟 Special Illustration Rare (SAR)
| Map | Japan Price (¥) | Estimated price FR (€ incl. VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| Lillie's Determination (SIR) | 49,700 yen | ~ €366 |
| Mega Gardevoir ex (SIR) | 25,800 yen | ~ €190 |
| Acerola's Mischief (SIR) | 23,800 yen | ~ €175 |
| Mega Lucario ex (SIR) | 15,800 yen | ~ €116 |
| Mega Latias ex (SIR) | 9,980 yen | ~ €73 |
🎨 Full Art (FA)
| Map | Japan Price (¥) | Estimated price FR (€ incl. VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| Lillie's Determination (FA) | 14,300 yen | ~ €105 |
| Other FA | ~ 4,880 yen | ~ €36 |
📉 The fall of Lt. Surge
| Map | Japan Price (¥) | Estimated price FR (€ incl. VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| Lt. Surge's Dealings (SIR) | 730 yen | ~ €6 |
💎 Rare Illustration (AR)
| Map | Estimated price FR (€ incl. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Bulbasaur | ~ 11 € |
| Herbizarre | ~ €9 |
| Alakazam | ~ €7 |
| Goupix, Riolu, Steelix | ~ €4 |
| Other ARs | ~ €2.50 |
📊 Market Analysis & Challenges
- MURs are drawn at a very low frequency (≈1 in 50/60 displays), much rarer than classic Scarlet and Violet golds.
- The illustrations are 100% exclusive, not derived from FA Full Art versions.
- Lillie remains a safe bet among collectors, explaining its prices in SAR and FA.
- Lt. Surge suffered from a very mixed reception due to a graphic style deemed "inharmonious".
🎯 Tips for Collectors
- Buy the MUR now if you want to invest before the global wave.
- Keep an eye on female SARs like Lillie and Acerola , who are always in high demand.
- Lt. Surge can be a good deal for those on a budget or completists.
✅ Conclusion
The Mega Brave and Mega Symphonia expansions established a new hierarchy of premium cards upon their release, with the golden WALLS. Iconic SARs like Lillie's Determination soared in value, while some cards like Lt. Surge surprised everyone… but their value declined.
