Volcarona (Ancient Origins 18) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Volcarona is a rare Pokémon card from the Ancient Origins set, numbered 18. With 110 HP and the dynamic attack Wind Wheel, this Stage 1 Fire-type makes a vibrant addition for collectors who appreciate damage output paired with tactical disruption.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Larvesta)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistances: None
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Burning Scales: Flip 2 coins; this attack does 20 more damage for each heads.
• Wind Wheel: Forces opponent to switch Active Pokémon with a Benched Pokémon, dealing 80 damage.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Ancient Origins set, card number 18. It’s a Rare Fire-type Volcarona illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. The artwork and attack suite make it both visually striking and strategically appealing.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via:
– Set code: “xy7-18”
– Set name: Ancient Origins
– Image reference: /images/xy7/xy7-18.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its attacks provide a mix of damage and tactical disruption, but its tournament viability is uncertain due to legality status.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to preserve the detailed Kagemaru Himeno illustration.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Ancient Origins: Introduces Volcarona as a rare Stage 1 Fire-type with attacks that blend damage and opponent disruption, backed by detailed artwork and themes tied to ancient myths.