Rayquaza VMAX (Evolving Skies 218) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Rayquaza VMAX from Evolving Skies is a Rare Rainbow Dragon-type with 320 HP. It showcases the Azure Pulse ability and the Max Burst attack. Numbered 218 in the set, it’s a vibrant pickup for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: swsh7-218
• Type: Dragon
• Stage: VMAX, Rapid Strike
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Regulation Mark: E
• Evolves From: Rayquaza V
• Abilities: Azure Pulse — discard your hand to draw 3 cards once per turn
• Attack: Max Burst — 20+ damage, plus 80 more for each basic Fire or Lightning Energy discarded from this Pokémon
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None listed
• Flavor Text: Unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is from Evolving Skies (set code swsh7), card number 218. It’s a Rare Rainbow variant with shimmering foil and artwork by Anesaki Dynamic.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are listed. It’s identified by set code (swsh7), card number (218), Rare Rainbow rarity, and the Rapid Strike subtype and illustration style.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card follows the VMAX rule: when your Pokémon VMAX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards.
• It is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the Rare Rainbow foil by sleeving the card and keeping it away from sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolving Skies: Features Rayquaza VMAX as a Dragon-type Rapid Strike VMAX with a hand-refresh ability and an attack that scales with discarded Energy; the Rare Rainbow finish boosts collector appeal.