Vanillish – Darkness Ablaze (#46)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Vanillish (#46) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Darkness Ablaze released in 2020. It showcases artwork by Shibuzoh. and the Freezing Headbutt attack (30 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.09, Cardmarket average sale is €0.05, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.09
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.07
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Darkness Ablaze
- Card Number
- 46
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shibuzoh.
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Vanilluxe
Attacks & Strategy
-
Freezing Headbutt
[Water]
— 30
Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Vanillish from Darkness Ablaze (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shibuzoh..
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 Vanillish 46 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Vanillish's Freezing Headbutt deals 30 damage for Water energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Water 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darkness Ablaze #46 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.09 |
�📦 Darkness Ablaze Set Context
This Vanillish is part of the Darkness Ablaze expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shibuzoh., 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 Vanillish 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
Collector Notes
- Uncommon cards from Darkness Ablaze are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shibuzoh. resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Vanillish 46 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 Shibuzoh.. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Darkness Ablaze represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Vanillish have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Vanillish 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Vanillish works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.