Sylveon vmax – Evolving Skies (#212)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Sylveon vmax (#212) is a Rare Rainbow card from Sword & Shield - Evolving Skies released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Taira Akitsu and the Precious Touch attack, Attach an Energy card from your hand to 1 of your Benched Pokémon. If you do, heal 120 damage from that Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $271.27, Cardmarket average sale is €335.20, Floor listings start near €90.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $271.27
- Cardmarket trend price: €325.69
- Recent low listing: €90.00
Card Details
- Set
- Evolving Skies
- Card Number
- 212
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Rainbow
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Taira Akitsu
- HP
- 310
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Precious Touch
[Psychic]
Attach an Energy card from your hand to 1 of your Benched Pokémon. If you do, heal 120 damage from that Pokémon.
💡 Self-healing effect increases survivability in extended matchups. -
Max Harmony
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 70+
This attack does 30 more damage for each different type of Pokémon on your Bench.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Sylveon vmax from Evolving Skies (Rare Rainbow) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Taira Akitsu.
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. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Sylveon vmax 212 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Sylveon vmax's Precious Touch for Psychic energy. Special effect: Attach an Energy card from your hand to 1 of your Benched Pokémon. If you do, heal 120 damage from t...
Stats Overview: 310 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Metal ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evolving Skies #212 ← Current | 310 | 2 attacks | Rare Rainbow | $271.27 |
�📦 Evolving Skies Set Context
This Sylveon vmax is part of the Evolving Skies expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021. As a Rare Rainbow card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Taira Akitsu, 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 Sylveon vmax card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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
- Rare Rainbow cards from Evolving Skies are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Taira Akitsu resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Sylveon vmax 212 was released in 2021 in the Evolving Skies 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 Taira Akitsu. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Rainbow card, this Sylveon vmax is among the premium chase cards from Evolving Skies. Rainbow Rare cards feature the distinctive rainbow foil pattern that has become iconic in modern Pokémon TCG. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Evolving Skies represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Sylveon vmax 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 Sylveon vmax card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Sylveon vmax works best in Psychic 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.