Vanilluxe (Next Destinies 33) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Vanilluxe from the Next Destinies set is a Rare Holo Pokémon card numbered 33. It has 130 HP and features the ability Slippery Soles, with the attack Crushing Ice adding a sharp edge to its icy arsenal.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Vanillish)
• Ability: Slippery Soles — Allows switching your Active Pokémon with a Benched Pokémon once per turn, forcing your opponent to do the same.
• Attack: Crushing Ice — Deals 60+ damage, with an additional 10 damage for each Colorless energy attached.
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Flavor Text: Swallowing large amounts of water, they make snow clouds inside their bodies and attack their foes with violent blizzards.
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legality: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Black & White series’ Next Destinies set (set code bw4). It is a Rare Holo card, numbered 33, illustrated by Akira Komayama.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identify it by set code (bw4), card number (33), rarity (Rare Holo), and its distinctive ability and attack names.

Legality & Play Notes

The card’s legality status is unknown. It is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament rules before including this card in competitive decks.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the holofoil surface by using sleeves and keeping the card away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to maintain condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Next Destinies (bw4): Features Vanilluxe as a Rare Holo Stage 2 Water-type Pokémon with a strategic ability that influences both players’ Active Pokémon positions. The card’s design and mechanics reflect the set’s focus on dynamic gameplay and striking visuals.

This guide covers the exact printing of Vanilluxe from Next Destinies 33, providing collectors and players with essential information for identification, care, and gameplay considerations.