Rowlet

The Rowlet card (SV2/94) was released as part of the Hidden Fates expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game in 2019. This set was unique for its inclusion of the 'Shiny Vault,' a dedicated subset of cards featuring alternate-color Pokémon, which sought to bring the elusive Shiny mechanic from the video games directly into the card game. The set was designed to be a celebratory compilation, gathering fan-favorite Pokémon and giving them the distinct aesthetic of the Shiny variants that players had spent years hunting in the digital world.

The card features artwork by illustrator Mizue, who utilized a clean, soft style to depict Rowlet in its distinct green Shiny coloration. The design emphasizes the natural, grass-type environment of the Pokémon while showcasing the Rare Shiny foil treatment characteristic of the set. Upon its release, the Hidden Fates expansion was met with strong enthusiasm from collectors, particularly due to the high artistic quality and the collectability of the Shiny Vault subset, which helped cement this specific iteration of Rowlet as a standout piece for fans of the Alola region.