Butterfree VMAX Collector’s Guide
Character Intro
Butterfree VMAX from the Darkness Ablaze set is a Rare Rainbow card numbered 190. It boasts 300 HP and the powerful attack G-Max Toxbreeze. Its vibrant design makes it a notable addition for collectors.
Quick Facts
set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Darkness Ablaze | 190 | Rare Rainbow | 300 | aky CG Works |
- Pokémon: Butterfree VMAX
- Evolves from: Butterfree V
- Type: Grass
- Stage: VMAX
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Weakness: Fire ×2
- Resistance: None
- Regulation Mark: D
- Attack: G-Max Toxbreeze (150 damage; Confuses and Poisons opponent’s Active Pokémon)
- VMAX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 3 Prize cards
Key Printings
The key printing is Darkness Ablaze 190 (Rare Rainbow), highlighted by vivid aky CG Works artwork and its high 300 HP—both visually and competitively intriguing.
Variants & Identifiers
There are no known print variants for this exact Butterfree VMAX. Identify it by:
– Set code: “swsh3-190”
– Rarity: Rare Rainbow
– Grass-type VMAX subtype
– Regulation Mark: D
– Evolves from Butterfree V
Legality & Play Notes
Legality: unknown
According to the provided data, this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. The VMAX rule applies: when Butterfree VMAX is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 3 Prize cards.
Care & Storage Tips
To preserve the Rare Rainbow finish and maintain condition, store Butterfree VMAX in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching, and keep it in a temperature-controlled environment to prevent warping.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Darkness Ablaze: Introduced Butterfree VMAX as a powerful Grass-type VMAX with a status-inflicting attack and Rare Rainbow rarity, enhancing the set’s diversity and collector appeal.
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