Galarian Darumaka Collector’s Guide

Overview

Shining Fates Shiny Vault’s Galarian Darumaka (SV023) is a Rare Shiny card with 80 HP and the Ice Punch attack. Its vibrant shiny artwork makes it a standout for collectors seeking shiny variants.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Attack: Ice Punch (30 damage; may Paralyze opponent’s Active Pokémon on a coin flip)
• Flavor Text: It lived in snowy areas for so long that its fire sac cooled off and atrophied. It now has an organ that generates cold instead.
• Regulation Mark: D
• Illustrator: SATOSHI NAKAI
• Card ID: swsh45sv-SV023

Key Printings

This exact printing of Galarian Darumaka appears exclusively in the Shining Fates Shiny Vault subset of the Sword & Shield series. It is classified as a Rare Shiny card, making it a desirable find for collectors interested in shiny Pokémon variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code swsh45sv, card number SV023, and the unique illustration by SATOSHI NAKAI. The card’s market reference is commonly searched as “Galarian Darumaka Shining Fates Shiny Vault SV023.”

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability in official tournaments is therefore unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and rare shiny status, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Shining Fates Shiny Vault: Features shiny variants of popular Pokémon, including this rare shiny Galarian Darumaka. The set is known for its visually striking cards and collectible appeal, especially for fans of shiny Pokémon.