SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze Pokemon TCG - Set Guide & Prices

SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze Pokemon TCG - Set Guide & Prices

Sword & Shield Series · Set Guide
SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze Set Guide
Updated 1st of July 2026 356 cards Set value £543.50 ▲ 0.5% (30d)

Complete SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze set guide and card list for the Pokemon TCG. This Sword & Shield expansion features 356 cards, with Charizard VMAX as the top chase card. The full set is currently valued at £543.50, up 0.5% over the past 30 days. Browse chase cards, pull rates, sealed products, and competitive deck breakdowns below.

Detail Info
Set Name SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze
Series Sword & Shield
Release Date 14 August 2020
Card Count 356
Set Value £543.50
Top Chase Card Charizard VMAX
Valuable Cards 1 over £25, 5 over £10
Overview

What is SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze?

SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze is the third main set in the Pokemon TCG Sword & Shield series, released on 14 August 2020. The full Pokemon TCG SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze card list contains 356 cards across all rarity tiers and features Charizard VMAX, Butterfree VMAX and Salamence VMAX as its most sought-after pulls.

The set includes several tournament-playable cards alongside some of the most valuable chase cards in the Sword & Shield era.

The set contains 5 cards worth over £10 and 1 cards worth over £25 at current prices.

30-Day Set Value
£540.79 → £543.50
Set List

SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze Card List by Rarity

Browse the complete Pokemon card list for SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze. 356 cards across 6 rarity tiers.

Rarity Cards
Ultra Rare 34
Rare 68
Uncommon 100
Common 106
Holo Rare 36
Secret Rare 12

The SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze set list contains 34 Ultra Rares, making it a popular choice for collectors of the Sword & Shield series.

Chase Cards

SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze Chase Cards

The most valuable and sought-after cards in the SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze set list. These are the chase cards collectors and players are hunting for. Prices are in GBP and refresh weekly from UK market data.

1
Charizard VMAX 020/189

Charizard VMAX

SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze · 020/189
£49.46
▲ +1.8%View Card
3
Salamence VMAX 194/189

Salamence VMAX

SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze · 194/189
£14.66
▼ -1.5%View Card
4
Scizor VMAX 193/189

Scizor VMAX

SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze · 193/189
£13.57
▲ +0.7%View Card
5
Eternatus VMAX 192/189

Eternatus VMAX

SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze · 192/189
£11.61
View Card
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cards are in SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze?

SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze contains 356 cards in total. The rarity breakdown includes: 34 Ultra Rare, 68 Rare, 100 Uncommon, 106 Common, 36 Holo Rare, 12 Secret Rare.

Browse the complete SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze card list →

What are the most expensive cards in SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze?

The most valuable cards in SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze right now are:

  1. Charizard VMAX - £49.46
  2. Butterfree VMAX - £21.12
  3. Salamence VMAX - £14.66
  4. Scizor VMAX - £13.57
  5. Eternatus VMAX - £11.61

Prices are based on current UK market data and update weekly.

When was SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze released?

SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze was released on 14 August 2020 as part of the Sword & Shield series of the Pokemon Trading Card Game. The set contains 356 cards including chase cards, secret rares, and regular cards across all rarity tiers.

What are the pull rates for SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze?

Approximate pull rates for SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze booster packs (based on community data):

  • Holo Rare - 1 in 4
  • Ultra Rare - 1 in 18
  • Secret Rare - 1 in 72

You can expect a hit (Double Rare or higher) roughly 1 in 4 packs (Holo Rare or higher). These rates are estimates from large sample sizes and individual results may vary.

Is SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze worth buying?

SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze has a total set value of £543.50 across 356 cards. There are 5 chase cards worth £10 or more, with the most valuable card sitting at £49.46.

If you're collecting, SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze offers strong chase cards and good variety. For players looking for specific cards, buying singles is almost always more cost-effective than opening packs. Browse SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze singles →

What series is SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze from?

SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze is part of the Sword & Shield series of the Pokemon Trading Card Game, which includes 14 sets in total. Each set in the series introduces new cards, mechanics, and chase pulls. Browse all Sword & Shield singles →

Buy SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze Pokemon TCG Singles - UK

Browse the complete SWSH03: Darkness Ablaze card list and buy singles individually from Monster Card Corner. Whether you're looking for chase cards, competitive staples, or completing your set list, every card is available to order. We ship across the UK with tracked delivery and cards arrive protected in toploaders and hard-backed envelopes.

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