Rotom ex · Phantasmal Flames, what to know.
About the Rotom ex card
Numbered 126 of 130 in Phantasmal Flames, released in January 2026, Rotom ex is a Special Illustration Rare, a Basic Lightning-type carrying 190 HP.
As a Basic Pokémon, Rotom ex needs no prior evolution to put into play, which made it a practical card in the era's decks.
Illustrated by Yoshimi Miyoshi.
What is Rotom ex worth?
Rotom ex is a holo rare, one of the cards that holds Phantasmal Flames's value. The rarity tier decides most of it, since the same card prints at several tiers with very different prices. In top-grade 1st Edition, Phantasmal Flames holos range from the mid hundreds for the lesser cards up to the set's marquee chase; raw and Unlimited copies trade for a fraction of that. The live market price above shows the current figure by grade.
Print variants and how to spot them
Confirm the print and finish on Rotom ex before pricing it, since variant and rarity set the market more than the card name alone.
Grading and condition
For graded buyers, the holo window on Rotom ex is where most points are won or lost. Surface scratches and foil misregistration are common on these cards, and centering was inconsistent enough that clean PSA 10s stay scarce. Read the lightning foil at a 45-degree angle under strong light before committing.
If you are collecting Rotom ex
When you go to buy Rotom ex, settle three things in order: the print variant, the condition, and a comp for that exact combination. A blended average across variants will mislead you on Rotom ex, so price the specific copy in front of you.
