Volcanion
Volcanion is a Promo Pokémon TCG printing from SM Black Star Promos (#SM179). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $4.30 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2017. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Volcanion suits collectors working on SM Black Star Promos who need the Promo slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Volcanion from SM Black Star Promos?
Volcanion is a Pokémon card in SM Black Star Promos numbered SM179. It lets out billows of steam and disappears into the dense fog. It's said to live in mountains where humans do not tread. National Pokédex #721. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Volcanion worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $4.30 for Volcanion. Low and high spread runs $3.25 to $96.68. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | SM Black Star Promos |
|---|---|
| Number | SM179 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $4.30 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €7.38 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 120 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fire |
| Flare Starter | Fire Search your deck for a Fire Energy card and attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. If you go second and it's your first turn, instead search for up to 3 Fire Energy cards and attach them to your Pokémon in any way you like. Then, shuffle your deck. |
| High-Heat Blast | FireFire 50+ If you have at least 4 Fire Energy in play, this attack does 60 more damage. |
| Weakness | Water ×2 |
How collectible is Volcanion?
Volcanion is listed as Promo in SM Black Star Promos. Promo printings often appeal to completionists tracking event or retail exclusives. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Volcanion?
Catalog fields: set SM Black Star Promos, rarity Promo. Illustrated by Hasuno. Format status: Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Volcanion (#SM179) is a promo-line printing from SM Black Star Promos where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Volcanion is catalogued as Promo printing in SM Black Star Promos, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $4.30.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $4.30 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Volcanion worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $4.30 for ungraded Volcanion from SM Black Star Promos. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Volcanion from?
Volcanion is listed in SM Black Star Promos (Sun & Moon) as card #SM179. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Volcanion?
Our catalog lists Volcanion as Promo in SM Black Star Promos. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Volcanion good for collectors or players?
Volcanion includes gameplay stats in SM Black Star Promos. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.