Vanillite Darkness Ablaze 45 Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Vanillite from the Darkness Ablaze set is a charming Common Pokémon card numbered 45. It has 60 HP and features the attack Ice Over. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection with its crisp design and cool attack.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Attack: Ice Over — Flip a coin; if heads, the opponent’s Active Pokémon is Paralyzed. Deals 10 damage.
• Flavor Text: Unable to survive in hot areas, it makes itself comfortable by breathing out air cold enough to cause snow. It burrows into the snow to sleep.
• Regulation Mark: D
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Darkness Ablaze printing of Vanillite, card number 45. It is a Common rarity card illustrated by Sanosuke Sakuma. No other printings or reprints are noted for this exact version.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include its set code “swsh3” and regulation mark “D.” The card is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with a single Water energy attack.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
  This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack and low HP suggest it is more suited for casual play or collection rather than competitive battling.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Darkness Ablaze: Introduced Vanillite as a Common Basic Water-type Pokémon with a unique Ice Over attack that can paralyze opponents. The set features artwork by Sanosuke Sakuma, emphasizing Vanillite’s snowy habitat and frosty nature.