Short answer: Ortega as a single is the statistically smarter choice. Below you'll find the single price, pull rate, and how many Obsidian Flames packs you need for realistic odds.
Recommendation
Buying the single is statistically better
For a 50% chance to pull this card you need roughly 124 packs. That costs around 711 €, while the single price is 0.00 €.
Probability, pack count, and cost compared to buying the single.
Chance
Packs
Pack Cost
Diff vs. Buy
50% Chance
124
711 €
+711 €
75% Chance
248
1421 €
+1421 €
90% Chance
412
2361 €
+2361 €
99% Chance
823
4716 €
+4716 €
Buy vs. Pull Analysis for Ortega
If you specifically want Ortega from Obsidian Flames, buying the single is the reliable path. A booster currently costs 5.73 €, but the pull rate is only 0.558% per pack. Even the 50% threshold sits at 124 packs.
Packs can still be fun if you want multiple cards from the set or if the opening experience itself is the value. As a pure price decision, pullrates.gg always compares the cost of getting one specific card against its market price as a single.
FAQ about Ortega from Obsidian Flames
Should I buy Ortega as a single?
Ortega as a single is the statistically smarter choice.
How many Obsidian Flames packs do I need for Ortega?
For a 50% chance you need about 124 packs, for a 90% chance about 412 packs.
What is the pull rate of Ortega in Obsidian Flames?
The pull rate is 0.558% per booster, roughly 1 out of 179 packs.
Why is buying the single often cheaper?
With rare cards, opening packs means paying for many unsuccessful pulls. Buying the single removes that risk and gives you exactly the card you want.