Eternatus VMAX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Eternatus VMAX from Darkness Ablaze is a Rare Rainbow card with a towering 340 HP. Its Eternal Zone Ability and Dread End attack make it a centerpiece for Darkness-focused builds. This card is number 192 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: swsh3-192
• Stage: VMAX
• Type: Darkness
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Regulation Mark: D
• Set Code: swsh3
• Series: sword_shield
• Evolves From: Eternatus V
• Subtypes: VMAX
• Rules: When your Pokémon VMAX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

Key Printings

The Darkness Ablaze printing of Eternatus VMAX is the Rare Rainbow variant, card number 192. It features vibrant holographic foil, exceptionally high HP, and artwork by 5ban Graphics.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include:
– Card number: 192
– Set code: swsh3
– Rarity: Rare Rainbow
– Regulation mark: D (within the Sword & Shield era)

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Ability & Attack Summary

• Eternal Zone: Allows up to 8 Darkness-type Pokémon on the Bench if all your Pokémon are Darkness type, with restrictions on playing non-Darkness Pokémon.
• Dread End: Deals 30 damage for each Darkness Pokémon in play, enabling strong scaling in Darkness-focused decks.

VMAX Rule

The VMAX rule applies: if this Pokémon is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the Rare Rainbow foil and surface by sleeving the card, then using a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets. Store away from direct sunlight and moisture, and minimize handling to preserve condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Darkness Ablaze: Eternatus VMAX debuts as a high-HP, Rare Rainbow card with unique Darkness synergy and a scaling damage attack. It stands out for collectors due to striking artwork and powerful gameplay potential. The set’s release date is unknown, but it remains a notable entry in the Sword & Shield series.