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Volcarona
Obsidian Flames 041/197 • uncommon
- Set
- Obsidian Flames
- Number
- 041/197
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Released
- 2023
- Energy type
- fire energy
- Market price
- $0.16
- Artist
- Yukiko Baba
What it does
Attach a Basic Fire Energy card from your discard pile to this Pokémon.
Its burning body causes it to be unpopular in hot parts of the world, but in cold ones, Volcarona is revered as an embodiment of the sun.
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Where it came from
Released in the 2023 Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion Obsidian Flames, this Volcarona card, numbered 041/197, serves as an uncommon addition to the set. The Obsidian Flames expansion was notable for introducing the Tera Pokémon ex mechanic, which featured Pokémon with different elemental types than their traditional forms. Volcarona, a Fire-type Pokémon originally introduced in the Unova region, is represented here in its standard elemental state, reflecting its fiery lore as a creature capable of replacing the sun.
The artwork for this card was rendered by illustrator Miki Tanaka, a veteran artist in the Pokémon TCG space known for a clean, vibrant aesthetic. Tanaka's depiction focuses on Volcarona's iconic moth-like appearance, emphasizing its glowing wings and regal presence. As an uncommon card, it was designed primarily for deck consistency and set completion rather than competitive dominance, though it remains a popular choice for collectors who appreciate the detailed illustrations characteristic of the Scarlet and Violet series.
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