Charizard ex (Obsidian Flames) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Charizard ex from the Obsidian Flames set is a Special Illustration Rare card numbered 223. This striking card boasts a robust 330 HP and features the powerful ability Infernal Reign. Its signature attack, Burning Darkness, adds a fierce edge to its battle capabilities.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Stage 2, ex, Tera
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Evolves From: Charmeleon
• Regulation Mark: G

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Obsidian Flames set, card number 223, featuring a Special Illustration Rare rarity. It is a unique Charizard ex with the ability Infernal Reign, which allows you to attach up to 3 Basic Fire Energy cards from your deck when evolving it, and the attack Burning Darkness, which deals 180+ damage plus 30 more for each Prize card your opponent has taken.

Variants & Identifiers

• There are no known print variants for this card.
• Identifiers include set code sv3-223, illustrator AKIRA EGAWA, and its Darkness type with the Tera subtype.
• Card image: /images/sv3/sv3-223.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
– Pokémon ex rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
– Tera: As long as this Pokémon is on your Bench, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks (both yours and your opponent’s).

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Special Illustration Rare status, handle with care to avoid surface scratches and edge wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Obsidian Flames: Introduces this powerful Charizard ex with a unique Darkness typing and Tera subtype, featuring an energy-accelerating ability and a damage-scaling attack that rewards aggressive play. The set’s Special Illustration Rare cards showcase detailed artwork by AKIRA EGAWA.