Charizard VMAX 20 / 189 Pokemon Card from Darkness Ablaze Set
Charizard VMAX is a Fire-type Pokémon card with 330 HP. It is classified as a VMAX and is part of the Darkness Ablaze set in the Sword & Shield series. The…
Set: Darkness Ablaze
Number: 20/189
Rarity: Rare Holo VMAX
Set
About the Charizard VMAX Pokémon Card
Charizard VMAX is a Fire-type Pokémon card with 330 HP from the Darkness Ablaze set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 20/189 and is classified as Rare Holo VMAX. The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.
Within the Darkness Ablaze set, Charizard VMAX currently carries the highest market price of any card.
Charizard VMAX Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Charizard VMAX
Card number: 20/189
Set: Darkness Ablaze
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Holo VMAX
Subtypes: VMAX
Type: Fire
HP: 330
Artist: aky CG Works
Release date: August 14, 2020
National Pokédex number: 6
Why Collect the Charizard VMAX Pokémon Card?
Charizard VMAX sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Darkness Ablaze set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set, and this card already commands the top market price within its set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Charizard VMAX Pokémon Card
Charizard VMAX was illustrated by aky CG Works.
For Rare Holo VMAX cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Charizard VMAX Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Charizard VMAX is about $53.48. Recent listings range from roughly $42.11 (low) to
12 (high), with a mid-point near $57.77. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Darkness Ablaze set has a median card value near $0.38 and an average near
.54, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -38% over the last 7 days and -32% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Darkness Ablaze set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Charizard VMAX Pokémon Card
Whether Charizard VMAX is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
How Rare Is the Charizard VMAX Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo VMAX cards such as Charizard VMAX are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Other Printings of Charizard VMAX
Charizard VMAX appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Champion's Path 74 (around
09), Shining Fates Shiny Vault SV107 (around
50) and SWSH Black Star Promos SWSH261 (around $47.45).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Charizard VMAX Pokémon Card
The Charizard VMAX pokémon card is a Rare Holo VMAX card from the Darkness Ablaze set (Sword & Shield series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about $53.48; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Charizard VMAX card from?
Charizard VMAX is from the Darkness Ablaze set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 20/189 with the Rare Holo VMAX rarity.
What rarity is the Charizard VMAX card?
Charizard VMAX is classified as Rare Holo VMAX.
How much is the Charizard VMAX 20/189 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $53.48, within a recent range of roughly $42.11 to
12. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Charizard VMAX card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Charizard VMAX card?
Rare Holo VMAX cards such as Charizard VMAX are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Darkness Ablaze set released?
The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.
Are there other printings of Charizard VMAX?
Yes. Charizard VMAX appears on 3 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
