Vaporeon (Cosmic Eclipse 42) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Vaporeon from the Cosmic Eclipse set is an uncommon card numbered 42 with 110 HP. It features the ability Vitality Cheer and the attack Refreshing Rain. This card offers a balanced blend of support and offense for strategic play.

Quick Facts

• HP: 110
• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Eevee)
• Ability: Vitality Cheer — boosts HP of Pokémon-GX evolved from Eevee by 60, but only one Vitality Cheer can be active at a time.
• Attack: Refreshing Rain — deals 60 damage and heals 30 damage from each of your Pokémon.
• Weakness: Grass (×2)
• Retreat Cost: 2

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Cosmic Eclipse set printing, card number 42. It is an Uncommon rarity card with no known alternate printings or special variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Vaporeon card. Key identifiers include its set code sm12, number 42, and the illustrator sui. The card’s artwork and ability text are consistent with the Cosmic Eclipse release.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability Vitality Cheer is unique to Pokémon-GX that evolve from Eevee, providing a strategic HP boost in specific decks. The attack Refreshing Rain offers both offensive damage and healing support.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially the illustrated area by sui. Keeping it in a rigid top-loader or binder is recommended for long-term collection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Cosmic Eclipse (sm12): This set features a diverse range of Pokémon with unique abilities and attacks. Vaporeon stands out with its Vitality Cheer ability, supporting Eevee-evolved Pokémon-GX. The set’s artwork emphasizes vibrant, dynamic scenes, with this card showcasing Vaporeon’s aquatic habitat.