Volcanion
Volcanion is a Promo Pokémon TCG printing from XY Black Star Promos (#XY185). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $11.20 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2013. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Volcanion suits collectors working on XY 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 XY Black Star Promos?
Volcanion is a Pokémon card in XY Black Star Promos numbered XY185. It expels its internal steam from the arms on its back. It has enough power to blow away a mountain. 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 $11.20 for Volcanion. Low and high spread runs $7.50 to $9999.00. 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 | XY Black Star Promos |
|---|---|
| Number | XY185 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $11.20 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €12.83 |
| Holofoil | $11.20 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 130 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fire |
| Concentrated Fire | FireColorlessColorless 50× Flip a coin for each Fire Energy attached to this Pokémon. This attack does 50 damage times the number of heads. |
| Combustion Impact | FireColorlessColorlessColorless 100 Your opponent switches his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon. |
| Weakness | Water ×2 |
How collectible is Volcanion?
Volcanion is listed as Promo in XY 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 XY 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 (#XY185) is a promo-line printing from XY Black Star Promos where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Volcanion is catalogued as Promo printing in XY Black Star Promos, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $11.20.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $11.20 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 $11.20 for ungraded Volcanion from XY 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 XY Black Star Promos (XY) as card #XY185. 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 XY 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 XY Black Star Promos. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.