Dark Charmeleon 32/82
Set: Team Rocket
Released: Apr 24, 2000
Pokémon
Fire Type
Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 8 packs (12.5%)
Evolves From:
Charmander
Evolves To: Charizard
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About Dark Charmeleon
Its tail is incredibly strong, able to lift up to 5 adult men.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #5
- Card Number 32/82
- Card RarityUncommon
- IllustratorKagemaru Himeno
- Release Date24/04/2000
- SeriesBase
- Expansion Team Rocket
- Evolves From
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Fire - Health Points50 HP
- Weakness
Water ×2 - Retreat Cost

Colorless ×2
Attacks
- Tail Slap20


- Fireball70



Use this attack only if there are any Fire Energy cards attached to Dark Charmeleon. Flip a coin. If heads, discard 1 of those Energy cards. If tails, this attack does nothing (not even damage).
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts a fierce Dark Charmeleon, crouching amidst swirling, fiery flames. Its intense glare and sharp claws suggest readiness to strike, surrounded by a dynamic, colorful blaze that emphasizes its fiery power.
Playability Overview
Dark Charmeleon offers moderate early-game pressure with Tail Slap, but its risky Fireball attack requires careful energy management and luck, making it a balanced but somewhat unpredictable choice for evolving Fire decks.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Fiery EvolutionThis Dark Charmeleon exudes a bold energy that sets it apart from others. The deep reds and the fierce expression make it perfect for a page dedicated to intense fire types. Pair it with other dark or evolved Pokémon for a dynamic, powerful layout that captures that fiery essence without losing the dark twist.Additional Binder Suggestions: Volcano / Fierce / Retro / Evolution / Firestorm








