Arven

Obsidian Flames 186/197 • uncommon

Set: Obsidian Flames
Number: 186/197
Rarity: Uncommon
Released: 2023
Market price: $0.32
Artist: GIDORA

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Market

What it's worth

$0.32market price via TCGplayer · Nov 5, 2026$0.22 – $0.46 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As an uncommon card from the Obsidian Flames set, this piece functions as a versatile tool for players seeking to streamline their deck strategy. Its inclusion in this collection highlights the importance of utility cards that bridge the gap between common staples and rare chase items.

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Card face

What it does

Supporter

Search your deck for an Item card and a Pokémon Tool card, reveal them, and put them into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck.

You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn.

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Provenance

Where it came from

Arven 186/197 was released in the 2023 Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion, Obsidian Flames. This set marked a significant moment in the Scarlet & Violet series, focusing heavily on the debut of Terastal Pokémon and expanding the roster of Trainers introduced in the Paldea region. As a Supporter card, Arven was designed to anchor competitive play by allowing players to search their deck for both an Item card and a Pokémon Tool card, reflecting his role as a resourceful adventurer in the source video games.

The card’s artwork features Arven in his signature attire, rendered with a clean, modern aesthetic that aligns with the established art direction for the Scarlet & Violet era. Illustrators for this series prioritize a balance between character personality and functional card layout to ensure readability during gameplay. Upon its release, the card was widely adopted by players due to its high utility in deck building, making it a staple of the meta throughout the Obsidian Flames release window.

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About Arven

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