Roserade – Sword & Shield (#4)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Roserade (#4) is a Rare card from Sword & Shield - Sword & Shield released in 2020. It showcases artwork by chibi and the Paralyze Poison attack (30 damage), Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned. Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is also Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.16, Cardmarket average sale is €0.40, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.16
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.39
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Sword & Shield
- Card Number
- 4
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 chibi
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Paralyze Poison
[Grass]
— 30
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned. Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is also Paralyzed. -
Mega Drain
[Grass, Colorless, Colorless]
— 90
Heal 30 damage from this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Roserade from Sword & Shield (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator chibi.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Roserade 4 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Roserade's Paralyze Poison deals 30 damage for Grass energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned. Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémo...
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sword & Shield #4 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.16 |
�📦 Sword & Shield Set Context
This Roserade is part of the Sword & Shield expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by chibi, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Roserade card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare cards from Sword & Shield are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by chibi resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Roserade 4 was released in 2020 in the Sword & Shield expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by chibi. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Sword & Shield represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Roserade with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Roserade card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Roserade works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.