Charmeleon (Burning Shadows 19) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Charmeleon from the Burning Shadows set is an Uncommon card numbered 19. It has 90 HP and the fiery Heat Blast attack, capturing Charmeleon’s intense battle energy in a sleek, dynamic illustration.

Quick Facts

• Evolves from: Charmander
• Stage: Stage 1
• Types: Fire
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Attacks:
• Claw Slash (30 damage, 2 Colorless energy)
• Heat Blast (70 damage, 2 Fire + 1 Colorless energy)
• Flavor Text: “It lashes about with its tail to knock down its foe. It then tears up the fallen opponent with sharp claws.”
• Illustrator: kawayoo
• Image:

Key Printings

This card is from the Burning Shadows set, identified by the set code sm3 and card number 19. It is an Uncommon rarity card featuring Charmeleon in its Stage 1 evolution form.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact Charmeleon card. Key identifiers include its set code (sm3), card number (19), and illustrator (kawayoo). The card’s Fire type and specific attacks—Claw Slash and Heat Blast—also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its moderate HP and strong Heat Blast attack make it a potentially useful card in casual play, but official tournament use is not supported.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the artwork and condition by storing the card in a sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or edge wear. For long-term safety, use a rigid top-loader or a binder with side-loading pages.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows (sm3): This set features Charmeleon as a fiery Stage 1 Pokémon with solid attack options and a distinctive illustration by kawayoo. It fits well into Fire-type themed decks and adds a dynamic presence to the set’s lineup.