Flaaffy (Darkness Ablaze 56) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Flaaffy from the Darkness Ablaze set is an Uncommon card numbered 56. This Pokémon boasts 90 HP and features the attack Static Shock. Its vibrant design captures the electric energy characteristic of Flaaffy.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Mareep)
• Attack: Static Shock (40 damage, Lightning energy)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: D
• Flavor Text: “It stores electricity in its fluffy fleece. If it stores up too much, it will start to go bald in those patches.”
• Illustrator: Tomokazu Komiya
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Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Darkness Ablaze set printing, card number 56, which is an Uncommon rarity. It features artwork by Tomokazu Komiya and is part of the Sword & Shield series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the set code “swsh3,” regulation mark “D,” and the card number 56. The card is a Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon evolving from Mareep.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store the card in a protective sleeve.
• Keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Given its Uncommon rarity, preserving the artwork by Tomokazu Komiya is recommended for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Darkness Ablaze (swsh3): Flaaffy appears as a solid Stage 1 Lightning-type with a simple but effective attack. This set printing emphasizes the Pokémon’s electric nature and fluffy appearance, making it a visually appealing and thematic card for collectors of the Sword & Shield series.