Volcanion ◇ Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Volcanion ◇ from the Forbidden Light set is a Rare Prism Star card numbered 31. This Water-type Basic Pokémon has 160 HP, the ability Jet Geyser, and the attack Sauna Blast for spread damage and board control.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic, Prism Star
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: None
• Ability: Jet Geyser — Discard a Water Energy to force opponent to switch Active Pokémon with a Benched Pokémon.
• Attack: Sauna Blast — Deals 100 damage to Active and 20 damage to each Benched opponent’s Pokémon.
• Flavor Text: “It expels its internal steam from the arms on its back. It has enough power to blow away a mountain.”
• Rules: Prism Star rule applies — only one copy allowed per deck, and if discarded, it goes to the Lost Zone instead.

Key Printings

The only known printing of Volcanion ◇ is from the Sun & Moon Forbidden Light expansion, card number 31. This printing is distinguished by its Rare Prism Star rarity and the unique Prism Star subtype.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “sm6-31” and the Prism Star symbol. The card’s illustration by Naoki Saito and its distinct ability and attack text further help identify this exact printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Note that the Prism Star rule restricts deck building to only one copy of this card by name, and discarded copies are placed in the Lost Zone rather than the discard pile. This rule impacts both casual and competitive play strategies.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant illustration and condition, store Volcanion ◇ in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unique Prism Star status, maintaining mint condition is advisable for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Forbidden Light (sm6): The sole set featuring Volcanion ◇, showcasing it as a powerful Water-type Prism Star with a strategic ability and a damaging attack. This set is essential for collectors seeking this specific card.