Coalossal – Darkness Ablaze (swsh3-198) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Coalossal from the Darkness Ablaze set is a Rare Secret card numbered 198. This sturdy Pokémon boasts 160 HP and features the ability Tar Generator. Its attack, Flaming Avalanche, adds a dynamic edge to its battle strategy.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 2 (evolves from Carkol)
• Ability: Tar Generator – Attach Fire and/or Fighting Energy cards from your discard pile once per turn
• Attack: Flaming Avalanche – 130 damage, costs Fighting + 3 Colorless Energy
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Flavor Text: “It’s usually peaceful, but the vandalism of mines enrages it. Offenders will be incinerated with flames that reach 2,700 degrees Fahrenheit.”
• Regulation Mark: D

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Darkness Ablaze expansion, card number 198, classified as a Rare Secret. It is illustrated by PLANETA Tsuji.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “swsh3,” regulation mark “D,” and the card number 198. The card’s rarity is Rare Secret, making it a notable find for collectors.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• Not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats (according to the provided data).

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain card condition, store this Rare Secret card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its high retreat cost and energy requirements, it is a strategic piece for collectors rather than casual play.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Darkness Ablaze: Introduced Coalossal with a unique ability to recycle energies from the discard pile, emphasizing strategic energy management. This set’s Coalossal card stands out for its high HP and powerful attack, making it a prized collectible in the Sword & Shield series.