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Switch
Scarlet & Violet 194/198 • common
- Set
- Scarlet & Violet
- Number
- 194/198
- Rarity
- Common
- Released
- 2023
- Market price
- $0.27
- Artist
- Studio Bora Inc.
What it does
Switch your Active Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
You may play any number of Item cards during your turn.
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Where it came from
The Switch item card has been a fundamental component of the Pokémon Trading Card Game since the Base Set was released in 1996. It was designed to provide players with a reliable tactical tool, allowing them to swap their active Pokémon with one from their bench to avoid unfavorable matchups or reset status conditions. As the game evolved through various generations, the card has been reprinted numerous times with updated text and artwork to maintain its role as a core gameplay mechanic.
The 194/198 print from the Scarlet & Violet expansion features updated visual aesthetics consistent with the ninth generation of the franchise. While the functional intent remains rooted in the classic design by the original development team, this specific version showcases the contemporary art style introduced in the Paldea region. It serves as a standard utility card, widely utilized in competitive play for its simplicity and strategic utility.
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