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Switch

Ruby & Sapphire 92/109 • common

Set: Ruby & Sapphire
Number: 92/109
Rarity: Common
Released: 2003
Market price: $0.44
Artist: Hiromichi Sugiyama

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Market

What it's worth

$0.44market price via TCGplayer · Oct 6, 2026$0.43 – $0.54 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This card serves as a foundational piece of gameplay, providing a classic utility mechanic that allows players to seamlessly swap their active character with one from the bench. Its inclusion in this early set makes it an essential staple for collectors interested in the functional history of the game.

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What it does

Item

Switch 1 of your Active Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon.

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Switch card was introduced as part of the Pokémon Trading Card Game's Ruby & Sapphire expansion, released internationally in 2003. This set marked a significant transition for the game, as it was the first to be published by The Pokémon Company International after the license moved away from Wizards of the Coast. The mechanics were updated to align with the Gen III video games, emphasizing the new 'Pokémon-ex' era while retaining essential trainer cards to facilitate competitive gameplay flow.

Designed primarily as a utility item, the Switch card allows a player to swap their active Pokémon with one from their bench. The artwork for the Ruby & Sapphire set reflected the shift toward more modern, digital illustration styles favored by the game's art directors during the early 2000s. As a common card, it was produced in high volume to ensure players had easy access to this foundational strategy, solidifying its place as a staple inclusion in competitive decks for years to come.

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