Volcarona – Chilling Reign (#24)

Volcarona Pokémon card — Chilling Reign #24, Rare
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Chilling Reign expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Volcarona (#24) is a Rare card from Sword & Shield - Chilling Reign released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Mika Pikazo and the Combustion attack (50 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.12, Cardmarket average sale is €0.06, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.12
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.06 (CM) $0.12 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Chilling Reign
Card Number
24
Rarity
✨ Rare
Illustrator
🎨 Mika Pikazo
HP
130
Type
🔥 Fire
Regulation Mark
Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
Weaknesses
Water ×2
Retreat Cost
2 (Colorless, Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Combustion [Fire, Colorless] — 50
  • Fire Spin [Fire, Fire, Colorless] — 170
    Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.
    💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (56.7 per energy).

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Volcarona from Chilling Reign (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mika Pikazo.

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 Volcarona 24 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.

Key Attack: Volcarona's Combustion deals 50 damage for Fire + Colorless energy.

Stats Overview: 130 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
Chilling Reign #24 ← Current 130 2 attacks Rare $0.12

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�📦 Chilling Reign Set Context

This Volcarona is part of the Chilling Reign expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mika Pikazo, 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 Volcarona 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

  • Rare cards from Chilling Reign are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Mika Pikazo 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.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Volcarona 24 was released in 2021 in the Chilling Reign 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 Mika Pikazo. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Chilling Reign represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.

Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Volcarona with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Volcarona 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 Fire energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Volcarona works best in Fire type decks. 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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