Chandelure VMAX 265 / 264 Pokemon Card from Fusion Strike Set
Chandelure VMAX is a Fire-type Pokémon card with 320 HP. It is classified as a VMAX and is part of the Fusion Strike set in the Sword & Shield series. The…
Set: Fusion Strike
Number: 265/264
Rarity: Rare Rainbow
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About the Chandelure VMAX Pokémon Card
Chandelure VMAX is a Fire-type Pokémon card with 320 HP from the Fusion Strike set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 265/264 and is classified as Rare Rainbow. The Fusion Strike set was released on November 12, 2021.
Chandelure VMAX Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Chandelure VMAX
Card number: 265/264
Set: Fusion Strike
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Rainbow
Subtypes: VMAX
Type: Fire
HP: 320
Artist: AKIRA EGAWA
Release date: November 12, 2021
National Pokédex number: 609
Why Collect the Chandelure VMAX Pokémon Card?
Chandelure 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 Fusion Strike 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.
Artwork and Illustration of the Chandelure VMAX Pokémon Card
Chandelure VMAX was illustrated by AKIRA EGAWA.
For Rare Rainbow 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 Chandelure VMAX Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Chandelure VMAX is about $8.28. Recent listings range from roughly $7.00 (low) to
00 (high), with a mid-point near $8.52. 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 Fusion Strike set has a median card value near $0.31 and an average near $8.20, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +7% over the last 7 days and +5% 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 Fusion Strike set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Chandelure VMAX Pokémon Card
Whether Chandelure 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.
PSA has graded 364 copies of this card, of which 246 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 67.6%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Chandelure VMAX Pokémon Card?
Rare Rainbow cards such as Chandelure 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.
Its collector number (265/264) sits above the set's printed total of 264, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 364 copies to date.
Other Printings of Chandelure VMAX
Chandelure VMAX appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Fusion Strike 40 (around .62).
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 Chandelure VMAX Pokémon Card
The Chandelure VMAX pokémon card is a Rare Rainbow card from the Fusion Strike 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 $8.28; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Chandelure VMAX card from?
Chandelure VMAX is from the Fusion Strike set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 265/264 with the Rare Rainbow rarity.
What rarity is the Chandelure VMAX card?
Chandelure VMAX is classified as Rare Rainbow.
How much is the Chandelure VMAX 265/264 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $8.28, within a recent range of roughly $7.00 to
00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Chandelure VMAX card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 364 copies so far, with about 67.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Chandelure VMAX?
PSA has graded 364 copies, of which 246 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 67.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Chandelure VMAX card?
Rare Rainbow cards such as Chandelure 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 Fusion Strike set released?
The Fusion Strike set was released on November 12, 2021.
Are there other printings of Chandelure VMAX?
Yes. Chandelure VMAX appears on one other card across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
