Shiftry – Vivid Voltage (#12)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Shiftry (#12) is a Rare card from Sword & Shield - Vivid Voltage released in 2020. It showcases artwork by Uta and the Fan Tornado attack (110 damage), You may have your opponent switch their Active Pokémon with 1 of their Benched Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.18, Cardmarket average sale is €0.11, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.18
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.11
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Vivid Voltage
- Card Number
- 12
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Uta
- HP
- 150
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Shifty Substitution
As long as this Pokémon is in the Active Spot, each Supporter card in your opponent's hand has the effect "Draw 3 cards." (This happens instead of the card's usual effect.)
Attacks & Strategy
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Fan Tornado
[Grass, Colorless]
— 110
You may have your opponent switch their Active Pokémon with 1 of their Benched Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (55.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Shiftry from Vivid Voltage (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Uta.
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 Shiftry 12 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Shiftry's Fan Tornado deals 110 damage for Grass + Colorless energy. Special effect: You may have your opponent switch their Active Pokémon with 1 of their Benched Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 150 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.
� Compare Shiftry Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vivid Voltage #12 ← Current | 150 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.18 |
�📦 Vivid Voltage Set Context
This Shiftry is part of the Vivid Voltage expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Uta, 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 Shiftry 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 Vivid Voltage are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Uta 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: Shiftry 12 was released in 2020 in the Vivid Voltage 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 Uta. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Vivid Voltage represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Shiftry have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Shiftry 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: Shiftry works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.