Salamence VMAX Collector’s Guide
Character Intro
Salamence VMAX from the Darkness Ablaze set is a Rare Rainbow card numbered 194. With a striking 320 HP, it’s a resilient Colorless-type VMAX. Its attack lineup—Sonic Double for spread pressure and Max Wings for heavy burst—adds dynamic potential during battles.
Quick Facts
| set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darkness Ablaze | 194 | Rare Rainbow | 320 | 5ban Graphics |
- Type: Colorless
- Stage: VMAX
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Lightning ×2
- Resistance: Fighting -30
- Regulation Mark: D
- Rules: VMAX rule applies—when knocked out, opponent takes 3 Prize cards.
Key Printings
This exact printing appears in Darkness Ablaze, identified by set code swsh3 and card number 194. As a Rare Rainbow variant, it’s a visually distinctive and collectible card within the set.
Variants & Identifiers
No print variants are listed. Identify it by card number (194), rarity (Rare Rainbow), and illustrator 5ban Graphics. Its attacks, “Sonic Double” and “Max Wings,” along with its Colorless type and VMAX stage, further distinguish it.
Legality & Play Notes
Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
- Sonic Double: deals 40 damage to two of your opponent’s Pokémon. Don’t apply Weakness or Resistance for Benched Pokémon.
- Max Wings: 240 damage. This attack can’t be used on your next turn.
Care & Storage Tips
To preserve the Rare Rainbow finish and overall condition, store Salamence VMAX in a sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface scratches.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Darkness Ablaze: Salamence VMAX debuts as a Rare Rainbow card with high HP and impactful attacks, adding a strong Colorless-type VMAX option to the set’s lineup. Its regulation mark D ties it to this specific era of Sword & Shield expansions.
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