Flareon VMAX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Flareon VMAX from the Evolving Skies set is a striking Rare Holo VMAX card numbered 18. With 320 HP and the explosive Max Detonate attack, it’s a formidable presence in battle. The vivid artwork and dynamic design capture Flareon’s fiery essence.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: swsh7-18
• Stage: VMAX, Single Strike
• Type: Fire
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: E
• Attack: Max Detonate — Discard the top 5 cards of your deck; does 100 damage for each Energy card discarded.
• VMAX Rule: When Knocked Out, opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Flareon VMAX appears in the Sword & Shield Evolving Skies expansion, numbered 18. It is classified as a Rare Holo VMAX card, featuring the Single Strike subtype and illustrated by 5ban Graphics. No release date is provided for this printing.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “swsh7-18,” the Single Strike and VMAX subtypes, and the distinctive Fire-type coloring. The card’s regulation mark is “E,” and it evolves from Flareon V.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. The VMAX rule applies: when Flareon VMAX is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holofoil finish and vibrant artwork, store Flareon VMAX in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card by using rigid top loaders or binders with individual pockets.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolving Skies (swsh7): Flareon VMAX is part of this set’s powerful VMAX lineup, showcasing the Single Strike style with a high HP and a damage-scaling attack. This set emphasizes dynamic Fire-type Pokémon with strong offensive capabilities.