Charizard VSTAR Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Charizard VSTAR from the SWSH Black Star Promos set packs 280 HP and the hard-hitting Star Blaze attack, making it a commanding presence. Its sleek promo artwork captures Charizard’s fiery intensity with vivid detail.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Charizard VSTAR
• Stage: VSTAR (evolves from Charizard V)
• Type: Fire
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Regulation Mark: F
• Set Code: swshp
• Series: sword_shield
• Rarity: Promo

Key Printings

This printing belongs to SWSH Black Star Promos and is identified by number SWSH262. As a Promo with the VSTAR subtype, it’s known for:
– Star Blaze: discard two Energy to deal 320 damage.
– Explosive Fire: increases damage if the Pokémon is already damaged.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants exist for this card. It’s uniquely identified by its promo status, set code “swshp,” number SWSH262, and illustrator credit to KIYOTAKA OSHIYAMA.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card follows the VSTAR rule: when your Pokémon VSTAR is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• It is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the card in a sleeve, then use a top loader or a rigid-page binder. Keep it away from sunlight and moisture, and handle with clean hands or gloves to preserve the surface and edges.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• SWSH Black Star Promos: A promo lineup featuring special cards like Charizard VSTAR that sit outside main expansions, known for striking artwork and powerful VSTAR cards.