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Rayquaza VMAX

Evolving Skies 218/203

Set: Evolving Skies
Number: 218/203
Rarity: Rare Rainbow
Released: 2021
Energy type: dragon energy
Finish: Rainbow
Market price: $1,249.13
Artist: Anesaki Dynamic

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Market

What it's worth

$1,249.13market price via TCGplayer · Aug 30, 2026$869.58 – $1,253.94 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a centerpiece of the Evolving Skies set, this Rainbow Rare version of Rayquaza VMAX is highly sought after for its vibrant, multi-colored finish and its status as one of the most powerful Dragon-type Pokémon in the modern trading card game. Collectors prize this card not only for its distinct visual aesthetic but also for the iconic design of the legendary Sky High Pokémon, which remains a fan favorite across generations.

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Card face

What it does

320 HPVMAXRapid Strike

AbilityAzure Pulse

Once during your turn, you may discard your hand and draw 3 cards.

Cost: fire energy lightning energyMax Burst20+

You may discard any amount of basic Fire Energy or any amount of basic Lightning Energy from this Pokémon. This attack does 80 more damage for each card you discarded in this way.

Retreatcolorless energy colorless energy

VMAX rule: When your Pokémon VMAX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

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Provenance

Where it came from

Released in the 2021 Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion Evolving Skies, this card represents the VMAX mechanic introduced during the Sword & Shield Series. The set was highly anticipated by collectors for its focus on Dragon-type Pokémon and the return of Eeveelutions, creating a significant cultural moment for the hobby during a period of heightened market interest.

The card features the legendary Pokémon Rayquaza in its Gigantamax form, rendered with the distinctive, textured rainbow-foil finish characteristic of the 'Rainbow Rare' classification. The artwork follows the established aesthetic language of the series, emphasizing the power and scale of the creature through dynamic, high-contrast digital illustration intended to showcase the top-tier rarity of the chase card within the set.

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About

About Rayquaza VMAX

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