The spooky season is upon us, and Pokemon collectors are eagerly awaiting this year's Halloween-themed trading cards. Pokemon's specialty holiday sets are wildly popular among fans, often demanding high prices on the secondary market. This year is no exception, with several exceptionally rare and valuable cards slated for release.

Let's take a look at 5 of the most valuable Pokemon Halloween cards collectors should keep an eye out for in 2023.

#1 - Gengar VMAX (Sword & Shield - Silver Lance)

Kicking off the list is a ghostly powerhouse - Gengar VMAX from the upcoming Silver Lance set. This beefed up version of fan favorite Gengar has Pokemon lovers hyped.

Silver Lance is shaping up to be 2023's lead Halloween set. Gengar VMAX will likely be the chase card, as it's Gengar's first VMAX form. With stunning artwork and competitive potential, demand will be through the roof.

Early pricing projections have Gengar VMAX at $300 or more. Its silver background and creepy lighting Effects make this a perfect Halloween chase card. Collectors should keep an eye out for special formatted or graded versions which will likely trade for $500+.

#2 - Mimikyu VMAX (Sword & Shield - Lost Abyss)

Next up is an equally spooky VMAX, Mimikyu from the Lost Abyss set arriving in October 2023. This ghostly Pikachu impersonator remains one of the most popular Gen 7 Pokémon.

Mimikyu VMAX sports textured holofoil effects perfect for Halloween. Its Ability, Horror House, damages opponents when they attack Mimikyu. This powerful card is sure to be a top competitive and collecting choice.

As Mimikyu's first VMAX card, demand and prices will run high. Prices should start around $275, quickly exceeding $400 for PSA 10s. The creepy, tattered cloth backdrop makes this a fantastic Halloween card.

#3 - Galarian Zigzagoon (Sword & Shield - Lost Abyss)

Our next entry takes a cute turn with Galarian Zigzagoon from Lost Abyss. This adorable raccoon pops off the card in its Galarian Linoone costume.

Collectors go crazy for baby Pokémon, especially during holiday sets. As Linoone is Zigzagoon's evolution, this card ticks both boxes. The Autumn-themed art with falling leaves is perfectly on theme.

As an alternate art rare, this Zigzagoon will be tougher to pull. Prices should land around $225 raw and $325+ graded. Its baby Pokémon status gives this card lasting demand beyond the Halloween season.

#4 - Gourgeist (Sword & Shield - Lost Abyss)

What's Halloween without pumpkins? Gourgeist brings some pumpkin spice to our list, hailing from the Spook-filled Lost Abyns set.

This quirky ghost grass Pokémon has a jack-o-lantern theme, highlighted by its signature move Trick-or-Treat. The Lost Abyss artwork goes all-in on the pumpkin motif.

As a stage 1 evolution, Gourgeist packs nice competitive potential. The artwork really captures Gourgeist's creepy pumpkin vibe. Collectors should expect $175+ for raw copies and $250 or more for PSA 10s.

#5 - Galarian Moltres V (Sword & Shield - Silver Lance)

Rounding out our list is a spooky take on a legendary bird - Galarian Moltres V from Silver Lance. The menacing black and red color scheme screams Halloween.

Galarian Moltres V comes with a fancy special art treatment. Rapid strike abilities make it a force in competitive play. As a Galarian form legendary bird, Moltres checks all the collecting boxes.

Expect a $200+ buy in for raw copies of Moltres V. Graded Gem mint versions will likely exceed $350 in the first year. The dark color palette and background will appeal to Halloween collectors in particular.

Conclusion

The next few sets have some incredibly exciting and valuable Halloween-themed Pokemon cards coming for collectors. Creepy chase cards like Gengar VMAX and Mimikyu VMAX will haunt collectors’ dreams with their elite artwork and competitive power.

Adorable costume Pokemon, sinister pumpkins, and legendary birds round out 2023's top Halloween cards. Collectors and investors would be wise to take advantage of print runs before these cards become scarce. One thing’s for certain - Pokemon will dominate holiday collecting once again this year.

Which of these amazing Halloween cards are you most excited to add to your collection during this spooky season? Let me know in the comments!

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