Varoom Collector’s Guide: Obsidian Flames #155

Character Intro

Varoom from the Obsidian Flames set is a Common card numbered 155. This lively Pokémon boasts 70 HP and features the attack Suffocating Gas. Its straightforward design makes it a solid addition for collectors focusing on this set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Grass -30
• Regulation Mark: G
• Attack: Suffocating Gas (Metal + Colorless) — deals 30 damage
• Flavor Text: It is said that this Pokémon was born when an unknown poison Pokémon entered and inspirited an engine left at a scrap-processing factory.
• Illustrator: Saya Tsuruta
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Key Printings

Varoom appears as card number 155 in the Obsidian Flames set (set code sv3). This printing is the only known version and is classified as a Common rarity card. It features a clean, detailed illustration by Saya Tsuruta that captures the mechanical and toxic origins of the Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its card number (155), set code (sv3), and the regulation mark G. The card’s Metal type, Basic stage, and unique attack “Suffocating Gas” are also distinguishing features.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Varoom is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its single attack, Suffocating Gas, deals 30 damage with a Metal and Colorless energy cost, making it a straightforward offensive option. The card’s weaknesses and resistances should be considered when building decks.

Care & Storage Tips

As a common card with a detailed illustration, Varoom should be stored in protective sleeves to preserve its artwork and prevent edge wear. Keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture to maintain card integrity. Proper storage in a binder or card box will help retain its condition for collectors and players alike.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Obsidian Flames (sv3): Varoom debuts as a Basic Metal-type Pokémon with a unique backstory and a single attack, adding thematic depth to the set’s mechanical and toxic motifs. This printing is the sole known version and is a common rarity card.