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Volcanion - SM Black Star Promos (#SM179)
- Number
- SM179
- Illustrator
- Hasuno
- Energy
- Fire
It lets out billows of steam and disappears into the dense fog. It's said to live in mountains where humans do not tread.
Volcanion - SM Black Star Promos
Volcanion is a Promo Pokémon card from the SM Black Star Promos Pokémon TCG set, released 2017, illustrated by Hasuno. It sits at card number SM179 in the SM Black Star Promos checklist, classified as a Fire-type Pokémon with 120 HP and the Basic subtype.
In collector terms, this is a promotional print, distributed through events, tins, or retailer exclusives rather than standard booster packs. The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $4.22. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Volcanion has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#SM179 in SM Black Star Promos) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.
CIV 43Average
Weak icon status.
30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.
Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.
Release-window weight.
Price references USD
Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. A history snapshot records stored values and does not confirm a new source update.
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Other printings of Volcanion
Volcanion FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Volcanion from SM Black Star Promos worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $4.22. Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. Reference prices are not guaranteed sale prices. The variant table shows the available values; inconsistent ranges are hidden. Historical chart values may use different sources or variants.
How rare is Volcanion?
This printing is a promotional print, distributed through events, tins, or retailer exclusives rather than standard booster packs (the card is labeled "Promo" on the checklist). Volcanion has been printed 9 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Volcanion?
Hasuno illustrated this card. See Hasuno's full Catchinary page for every Pokémon card they've drawn, grouped by set with current market prices, career stats, and alt-art highlights.
When was Volcanion released?
The SM Black Star Promos set released in 2017, so this card (#SM179 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Volcanion?
The "Where to buy on eBay" panel above shows live listings. For long-term holds, consider graded copies (PSA / CGC) which trade separately and usually at a premium over raw.
Is Volcanion legal in Standard format?
Check the current Pokémon TCG format rules and this exact printing's eligibility before tournament play. A card's age or set alone does not confirm its legality.