Centiskorch vmax – Darkness Ablaze (#34)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Centiskorch vmax (#34) is a Rare Holo Vmax card from Sword & Shield - Darkness Ablaze released in 2020. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the G-Max Centiferno attack (40+ damage), This attack does 40 more damage for each Fire Energy attached to this Pokémon. If you did any damage with this attack, you may attach a Fire Energy card from your discard pile to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.67, Cardmarket average sale is €1.88, Floor listings start near €0.40. Market price has declined 4.1% versus the 30-day average.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.67
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.61
- 30-day Cardmarket average: €1.96
- Recent low listing: €0.40
- Market price has declined 4.1% versus the 30-day average.
- PSA 10 average: $27 across 6 sales
Card Details
- Set
- Darkness Ablaze
- Card Number
- 34
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Vmax
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 320
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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G-Max Centiferno
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 40+
This attack does 40 more damage for each Fire Energy attached to this Pokémon. If you did any damage with this attack, you may attach a Fire Energy card from your discard pile to this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Centiskorch vmax from Darkness Ablaze (Rare Holo Vmax) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
Market Trends: Market price has declined 4.1% versus the 30-day average.
Grading Potential: Professional grading can significantly increase value - PSA 10 copies command an average of $27 based on 6 verified sales.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Centiskorch vmax 34 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Centiskorch vmax's G-Max Centiferno deals 40+ damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 40 more damage for each Fire Energy attached to this Pokémon. If you did any damage...
Stats Overview: 320 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darkness Ablaze #34 ← Current | 320 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Vmax | $1.67 |
�📦 Darkness Ablaze Set Context
This Centiskorch vmax is part of the Darkness Ablaze expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
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.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Centiskorch vmax card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
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
📈 Grading Performance: PSA 10 copies of this Centiskorch vmax average $27 based on 6 verified sales. That's a 1537% premium over raw card prices!
Collector Notes
- Rare Holo Vmax cards from Darkness Ablaze are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- High-grade slabs matter: PSA 10 copies are averaging around $27, making condition upgrades impactful.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
💰 Market Pricing
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Centiskorch vmax 34 was released in 2020 in the Darkness Ablaze expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield 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: Darkness Ablaze represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Centiskorch vmax with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Centiskorch vmax card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Centiskorch vmax works best in Fire 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.