Combusken – Darkness Ablaze #23 Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Combusken from the Darkness Ablaze set is an Uncommon card numbered 23. It has 90 HP and features the fiery attack Heat Beak. This energetic Pokémon adds a dynamic presence to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Evolves from: Torchic
• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Regulation Mark: D
• Flavor Text: “During a battle, the hot flame in its body increases. Its kicks have outstanding destructive power.”

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Darkness Ablaze set, numbered 23.

• Smash Kick: Deals 20 damage for one Fire energy.
• Heat Beak: Deals 40 damage for one Fire and two Colorless energies, and burns the opponent’s Active Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code swsh3-23 and the illustrator kodama. The card’s rarity is Uncommon, and it carries the regulation mark D.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Darkness Ablaze: This set introduced Combusken as a fiery Stage 1 Pokémon with balanced HP and impactful attacks, emphasizing its destructive kicking power and burn status effect.