Vanillish – Darkness Ablaze (swsh3-46) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Vanillish from the Darkness Ablaze set is an uncommon Pokémon card numbered 46. It has 80 HP and features the attack Freezing Headbutt. A straightforward, cool addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Vanillite)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: D
• Flavor Text: By drinking pure water, it grows its icy body. This Pokémon can be hard to find on days with warm, sunny weather.
• Attack: Freezing Headbutt – Deals 30 damage and may Paralyze the opponent’s Active Pokémon on a coin flip.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Vanillish appears in the Darkness Ablaze expansion of the Sword & Shield series, identified by the set code swsh3 and card number 46. It is an uncommon rarity card with no known alternate print variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its Water type, Stage 1 subtype, and the regulation mark D. The illustrator credit goes to Shibuzoh., and the card is visually recognizable by its icy blue design and the “Freezing Headbutt” attack.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament rules before including it in decks.

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, and keep it in a cool, dry environment to maintain the artwork and structural integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Darkness Ablaze (swsh3): This set features Vanillish as a Water-type Stage 1 Pokémon with a unique paralysis-inducing attack. It fits into the set’s icy and fiery thematic contrasts, offering collectors a cool addition to their Sword & Shield collections.