A Brilliant Blaze of Color: Flareon’s Ultimate Tera Form

When it comes to visual impact, few cards in the Scarlet & Violet era can match the sheer, explosive palette of this copy of the Flareon ex Special Illustration card. Artist Naruki masterfully surrounds the beloved Fire-type evolution with a kaleidoscopic halo of floating, crystal-like gemstones. The detailed, textured foil pattern mirrors the facets of Flareon’s brilliant Tera crown, capturing and shifting light across the card face to create a dynamic sense of motion that looks mesmerizing in hand.

 

Taking this card onto the competitive playmat unlocks a powerhouse attacker capable of swinging major matchups. Because it is a Tera Pokémon, the Flareon ex Special Illustration card enjoys total protection from bench-sniping attacks while you build up its resources.

Once moved to the active spot, its “Burning Charge” attack lets you search your deck for up to two Basic Energy cards and attach them directly to Flareon, preparing you for its devastating follow-up attack. Its signature “Carnelian” strike unleashes a massive 280 damage—enough to knock out almost any opposing Stage 1 or Stage 2 Pokémon ex in a single hit.

Because this card features high-density micro-etching across its entire borderless surface, preserving the textured foil of the Flareon ex Special Illustration is critical to maintaining its market value. Even minor friction against hard plastic can result in hairline scratches. We highly recommend utilizing a soft, acid-free inner sleeve combined with a premium side-loading binder page to protect your investment for years to come.

Live Allocation & Inventory Restrictions

As a highly sought-after Eeveelution chase card from the Prismatic Evolutions set, our stock is subject to strict allocation limits:

• Official Catalog Identifier: Special Illustration Rare Single (Flareon ex Special Illustration – Card #146/131).

• Verified Inventory Quality: This raw stock has been professionally assessed under magnification for edge wear and centering, capped at exactly 5 copies.

• Fulfillment Center Ingress: Currently, only 2 copies remain ready to ship from our high-security inventory vault.

• Purchase Sourcing Limits: To prevent commercial buyouts and ensure individual collectors get a fair chance, purchases are limited to 1 copy of the Flareon ex Special Illustration per household.

Technical Specifications & Card Attributes

Utilize the official database details below to plan your deck builds and select the perfect storage setup:

Card Parameter	Verified Database Metric Values
Expansion Origin	Scarlet & Violet: Prismatic Evolutions (Special Illustration Rare)
Official Set Number	#146 / #131
Card Physical Dimensions	Standard TCG Card Sizing ($6.3\text{cm} \times 8.8\text{cm}$)
HP & Attribute Type	270 HP — Fire Type (Tera Type)
Key Rule (Tera)	Prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks while it is on your Bench.
Primary Attack	Burning Charge (130 damage): Search your deck for up to 2 Basic Energy cards and attach them to this Pokémon.
Secondary Attack	Carnelian (280 damage): During your next turn, this Pokémon can’t attack.
Weakness & Resistance	Water x2

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why is the Flareon ex Special Illustration card so difficult to pull?

As a Special Illustration Rare (SIR), the Flareon ex Special Illustration card is placed in the highest rarity tier of the Prismatic Evolutions expansion. The pull rates for specific SIR Eeveelutions are incredibly low, driving up its secondary market value.

Can I run the Flareon ex Special Illustration card in standard tournaments?

Yes, this card is fully legal for standard TCG tournament play. Its “Burning Charge” attack makes it self-accelerating, allowing it to function as a highly independent and devastating main attacker in Fire-type archetypes.

What is the difference between the Flareon ex Special Illustration and standard ex cards?

Unlike standard ex cards which feature generic CGI artwork and smooth finishes, the Mewtwo ex Special Illustration and Flareon ex Special Illustration cards feature hand-drawn, borderless story art and a highly intricate, tactile textured foil overlay.