Blaziken (Destined Rivals 42) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Blaziken from the Destined Rivals set is a rare card with 170 HP, showcasing its robust presence on the battlefield. This fiery Pokémon wields the powerful attack Inferno Kick Flurry, adding dynamic energy to any deck. Numbered 42 in the set, Blaziken stands out as a vivid addition for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Combusken)
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Flavor Text: When facing a tough foe, it looses flames from its wrists. Its powerful legs let it jump clear over buildings.

Key Printings

This card is from the “Destined Rivals” set (set code: sv10) and is numbered 42.

Attacks & Effects

• Heat Blast — 70 damage for two Colorless Energy.
• Inferno Kick Flurry — Requires two Fire and one Colorless Energy, discards two Energy from Blaziken, deals 120 damage to the opponent’s Active Pokémon, and also 120 damage to one Benched Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

• This printing has no known variants or alternate printings.
• Identified by set code sv10-42 and regulation mark “I.”
• Card image: /images/sv10/sv10-42.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Destined Rivals (sv10): This set features Blaziken as a powerful Fire-type Stage 2 Pokémon with strong offensive capabilities and a striking illustration by Kazumasa Yasukuni. The set’s focus on rivalries is reflected in the card’s aggressive attacks and thematic flavor text.