Charizard ex – Scarlet & Violet Promos (#196)

Charizard ex Pokémon card — Scarlet & Violet Promos #196, Promo
Promo artwork from Scarlet & Violet Promos.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Charizard ex (#196) is a Promo card from Scarlet & Violet - Scarlet & Violet Promos released in 2022. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Burning Darkness attack (180+ damage), This attack does 30 more damage for each Prize card your opponent has taken.. Cardmarket average sale is €3.19, Floor listings start near €2.00.

  • Cardmarket trend price: €2.79
  • Recent low listing: €2.00
Current Prices: €2.79 (CM)

Card Details

Set
Scarlet & Violet Promos
Card Number
196
Rarity
✨ Promo
Illustrator
🎨 5ban Graphics
HP
330
Type
🌙 Darkness
Regulation Mark
Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
Weaknesses
Grass ×2
Retreat Cost
2 (Colorless, Colorless)

Abilities

  • Infernal Reign
    When you play this Pokémon from your hand to evolve 1 of your Pokémon during your turn, you may search your deck for up to 3 Basic Fire Energy cards and attach them to your Pokémon in any way you like. Then, shuffle your deck.

Attacks & Strategy

  • Burning Darkness [Fire, Fire] — 180+
    This attack does 30 more damage for each Prize card your opponent has taken.
    💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (90.0 per energy).

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Charizard ex from Scarlet & Violet Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.

Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.

Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.

⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability

This Charizard ex 196 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.

Key Attack: Charizard ex's Burning Darkness deals 180+ damage for Fire + Fire energy. Special effect: This attack does 30 more damage for each Prize card your opponent has taken.

Stats Overview: 330 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Grass ×2

Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.

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�📦 Scarlet & Violet Promos Set Context

This Charizard ex is part of the Scarlet & Violet Promos expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2022.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Charizard ex card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x

Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk

💡 Should You Grade This Card?

  • Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
  • Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
  • Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
  • Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service

Collector Notes

  • Promo cards from Scarlet & Violet Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

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📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Charizard ex 196 was released in 2022 in the Scarlet & Violet Promos expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Scarlet & Violet Promos represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.

Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Charizard ex with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Charizard ex card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Darkness energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Charizard ex works best in Darkness type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.

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