Pokemon TCG Market Check: 5 Biggest Movers in September, 2025

If you’ve been watching the Pokemon TCG market lately, this month has been full of surprises. Some cards that looked quiet just a few weeks ago have roared to life, while others are seeing renewed interest from collectors and players alike. Below, I dig into five of Pokemon TCG's biggest movers for September 2025, what’s driving the shifts, and what to watch going forward.

1. Lugia V — A Surge in Demand

Lugia V is one of this month’s biggest gainers. Raw (ungraded) listings are showing noticeable price jumps. Collectors and speculators alike are chasing it, especially as promotions and hype around certain water and dragon-type synergies pick up.

Part of Lugia’s gain seems tied to its visual impact—the art, rarity, and how appealing it looks in a binder. That aesthetic appeal can lift a card’s value faster than you might expect.

2. Charizard (Various Versions)

Charizard is almost always in the spotlight, and this month is no exception. Several variants, from classic art to alternate foil versions, are gaining momentum. What’s interesting is that it’s not just one specific version gaining all the attention; multiple Charizard prints are creeping upward.

That tends to signal broader enthusiasm rather than a narrow spec bet. It means many collectors are redeploying some of their spending power into iconic names rather than niche cards.

3. Umbreon V

The alternate full art Umbreon V from Evolving Skies is one of the top movers this month.

It recently underwent a strong flip upward following a series of coordinated buys. Its scarcity in high grades and striking art have pushed it into new price territory.

4. Mew V (Prize / Event Versions)

Mew V (especially those from prize or event promos) has quietly been climbing this month. These versions are rarer, often stamped, and limited by distribution. As people check their binders, those “hidden” prize copies are getting more attention.

When a card is both popular in play and scarce in premium printings, it becomes a magnet for upward price pressure.

5. Shrouded Fable Cards

While not a single card, the Shrouded Fable expansion is getting a wave of renewed collector interest this month. Several rare and alternate prints are being pulled from listings or snapped up quickly. That’s pushing prices for the best versions upward.

Expansion-driven interest often has a trickle effect: people dredge older sets, hunt chase versions, and overvalue scarcity. The momentum behind Shrouded Fable is pulling along cards that had been stagnant for a while.

What’s Driving the Moves

Behind these shifts, a few themes stand out:

• Scarcity of high-grade or premium versions: Cards in near-mint condition or special printings are thin in supply. When a buyer wants a “best copy,” they often pay a steep price to secure it.

  
  

• Collector rediscovery: As hype or previews drop (for new expansions, promos, etc.), collectors revisit older sets they undervalued. That attention reignites interest in cards that had been quiet.

  
  

• Aesthetic and nostalgia appeal: Beautiful art, alternate foils, iconic Pokémon names—these factors still move markets. A card that “looks good in a binder” has a leg up.

  
  

• Overlap with player demand: When a card is useful in decks or formats, it gets a boost from players and collectors. That dual demand can fuel strong upward trends.

  
  

What to Watch Next

To see whether these gains stick or fizzle, keep an eye on:

• How many of these cards are available in supply and at what conditions (LP, NM, graded).

  
  

• Whether new set previews, promos, or meta shifts create fresh catalyst demand.

  
  

• Which cards adjacent to these movers begin to rise? Sometimes the next mover is hidden near the strong ones.

  
  

• True sale prices (not just listings) to see what buyers are actually paying, not just asking.

  
  

Biggest Pokemon TCG Movers for September 2025

September has proven that the Pokemon TCG market never really sleeps. Even cards that seemed quiet have room to move when demand, supply, or attention converge. If you own any of these five, or variants thereof, they’re worth another look. And if you’re hunting potential breakout movers yourself, keep watching for overlooked art, limited promos, or cards getting second glances.