Fire Energy is a Basic Energy card from the Base set, illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi. It is part of the vintage era, released in 1999, and is card number 98…
Set: Base
Number: 98/102
Set
About the Fire Energy Energy Card
Fire Energy is an Energy card from the Base set, part of the Base series. It carries the collector number 98/102. The Base set was released on January 9, 1999.
Fire Energy Energy Card Details
Card name: Fire Energy
Card number: 98/102
Set: Base
Series: Base
Card type: Energy (Basic)
Artist: Keiji Kinebuchi
Release date: January 9, 1999
Why Collect the Fire Energy Energy Card?
Fire Energy is most often collected as part of a complete Base set rather than as a standalone chase card.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Fire Energy Energy Card
Fire Energy was illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Fire Energy Energy Card
The current aggregated market price for Fire Energy is about $0.36. Recent listings range from roughly $0.10 (low) to
9.34 (high), with a mid-point near $0.35. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Base set has a median card value near
.72 and an average near
0.62, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -77% over the last 7 days and -71% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Base set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Fire Energy Energy Card
Whether Fire Energy is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 4,926 copies of this card, of which 1,361 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 27.6%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
Other Printings of Fire Energy
Fire Energy appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Burning Shadows 167 (around 8.37), HeartGold & SoulSilver 116 (around 4.94) and Emerald 102 (around
9.58).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Fire Energy Energy Card
The Fire Energy energy card is from the Base set (Base series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Base set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.36; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Fire Energy card from?
Fire Energy is from the Base set (Base series), numbered 98/102.
How much is the Fire Energy 98/102 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.36, within a recent range of roughly $0.10 to
9.34. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Fire Energy card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 4,926 copies so far, with about 27.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Fire Energy?
PSA has graded 4,926 copies, of which 1,361 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 27.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
When was the Base set released?
The Base set was released on January 9, 1999.
Are there other printings of Fire Energy?
Yes. Fire Energy appears on 22 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
