Torkoal is a Basic Fire-type Pokémon with 80 HP. It is illustrated by artist Kouki Saitou and is part of the Platinum set, released in the mid-2000s era…
Set: Platinum
Number: 100/127
Rarity: Common
Set
About the Torkoal Pokémon Card
Torkoal is a Fire-type Pokémon card with 80 HP from the Platinum set, part of the Platinum series. It carries the collector number 100/127 and is classified as Common. The Platinum set was released on February 11, 2009.
The card includes the flavor text: “It burns coal inside its shell for energy. It blows out black soot if it is endangered.”.
Torkoal Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Torkoal
Card number: 100/127
Set: Platinum
Series: Platinum
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Fire
HP: 80
Artist: Kouki Saitou
Release date: February 11, 2009
National Pokédex number: 324
Why Collect the Torkoal Pokémon Card?
Torkoal is most often collected as part of a complete Platinum 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 Torkoal Pokémon Card
Torkoal was illustrated by Kouki Saitou.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Torkoal Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Torkoal is about $4.02. Recent listings range from roughly
.98 (low) to $50.00 (high), with a mid-point near $4.75. 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 Platinum set has a median card value near $5.25 and an average near
6.56, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -44% over the last 7 days and -62% 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 Platinum set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Torkoal Pokémon Card
Whether Torkoal 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.
How Rare Is the Torkoal Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Torkoal was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
Other Printings of Torkoal
Torkoal appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Dragon 12 (around $49.85), Legend Maker 27 (around
7.44) and Holon Phantoms 33 (around
6.45).
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 Torkoal Pokémon Card
The Torkoal pokémon card is a Common card from the Platinum set (Platinum series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Platinum set. Its current aggregated market price is about $4.02; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Torkoal card from?
Torkoal is from the Platinum set (Platinum series), numbered 100/127 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Torkoal card?
Torkoal is classified as Common.
How much is the Torkoal 100/127 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $4.02, within a recent range of roughly
.98 to $50.00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Torkoal card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Torkoal card?
As a Common card, Torkoal was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
When was the Platinum set released?
The Platinum set was released on February 11, 2009.
Are there other printings of Torkoal?
Yes. Torkoal appears on 22 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
