Collector’s Guide: Dark Flareon (Team Rocket #35)

Quick Facts

Dark Flareon is a Stage 1 Fire-type Pokémon card from the Team Rocket set, numbered 35. It evolves from Eevee and has 50 HP. This card features two attacks: Rage, which deals increasing damage based on damage counters on Dark Flareon, and Playing with Fire, which can deal extra damage if Fire Energy is attached but requires a coin flip. It has a Water-type weakness and a retreat cost of 1. The card is illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita and is classified as Uncommon.

• HP: 50
• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Eevee)
• Attacks: Rage, Playing with Fire
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Team Rocket expansion of the Base series, identified by set code base5 and card number 35. It is notable for its classic artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and its thematic design as a “dark” variant of Flareon, reflecting the Team Rocket set’s focus on shadowy Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include:

• Set Name: Team Rocket
• Set Code: base5
• Card Number: 35
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this card:

• Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader or card holder.
• Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the artwork.
• Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
• Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket (base5): This set introduced “Dark” Pokémon variants, including Dark Flareon, emphasizing a darker theme and unique mechanics. Dark Flareon stands out with its fiery temperament and attacks that reward strategic energy management.