Volcanion-EX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Volcanion-EX from the Steam Siege set is a Rare Holo EX card with 180 HP. It features the dynamic ability Steam Up and the powerful attack Volcanic Heat. This card is numbered 26 in the set, making it a striking addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

Card Details

• Type: Fire, Water
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistance: None
• Ability: Steam Up — discard a Fire Energy to boost Basic Fire Pokémon attacks by 30 damage this turn
• Attack: Volcanic Heat — 130 damage (cost: Fire, Fire, Colorless)
• Pokémon-EX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards

Key Printings

The key printing of Volcanion-EX is from the Steam Siege set (xy11), where it appears as card number 26. This Rare Holo EX card is notable for its combination of Fire and Water types and its powerful Volcanic Heat attack.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact card. It is identified by the set code xy11 and card number 26. The illustrator credited is 5ban Graphics, and the card features the Pokémon-EX subtype.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. The Pokémon-EX rule applies, meaning if Volcanion-EX is knocked out, the opponent takes two Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant holo finish and detailed artwork, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Steam Siege (xy11): Volcanion-EX debuts as a powerful Basic EX with a unique Fire/Water typing and a damage-boosting ability, making it a standout Rare Holo EX in this set.