Sylveon VMAX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Sylveon VMAX from Evolving Skies is a Rare Rainbow card numbered 212. With 310 HP and the signature attack Max Harmony, it’s a sturdy, splashy pickup for collectors and a dynamic option for gameplay.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: swsh7-212
• Stage: VMAX, Rapid Strike
• Type: Psychic
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Regulation Mark: E
• Evolves From: Sylveon V
• Rules: VMAX rule: When your Pokémon VMAX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Sylveon VMAX is from the Evolving Skies set, numbered 212, and classified as a Rare Rainbow card. It features no alternate print variants, making this version distinct and collectible.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include its set code “swsh7” and the unique card ID “swsh7-212.” The card’s Rapid Strike subtype and Psychic type are key gameplay identifiers.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Attacks

• Precious Touch: Attach an Energy card from your hand to a Benched Pokémon and heal 120 damage from it.
• Max Harmony: 70+ damage, plus 30 more for each different type of Pokémon on your Bench.

Strategy Notes

These attacks emphasize bench support and energy acceleration while scaling damage with multi-type bench builds. The VMAX rule means knocking it out grants the opponent 3 Prize cards, a critical consideration in gameplay.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the Rare Rainbow finish and Taira Akitsu’s artwork, store the card in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. Use rigid top loaders or binders with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface wear, and handle with clean hands to avoid oils or dirt.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolving Skies: Introduced Sylveon VMAX as a Psychic-type Rapid Strike VMAX with a healing-and-scaling attack combination. Its Rare Rainbow rarity and high HP make it a standout collectible for bench-synergy strategies.