Pal Pad (Sword Shield 172) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Pal Pad is an Uncommon Trainer card from the Sword Shield set, numbered 172. Its artwork centers on a sleek, modern device that fits its practical, resource-focused gameplay role. A staple utility card for both players and collectors.

Quick Facts

• Card Name: Pal Pad
• Set: Sword Shield (swsh1)
• Card Number: 172
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Stage: Item
• Subtype: Item
• Regulation Mark: D
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Illustrator: Ryo Ueda
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide covers the Sword Shield base set printing of Pal Pad, card number 172. It is an uncommon Item card with no evolutions or attacks. Its effect lets you shuffle up to 2 Supporter cards from your discard pile back into your deck. This printing is notable for clean artwork by Ryo Ueda and a straightforward gameplay function.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identify it by set code “swsh1,” number 172, and regulation mark D. The absence of HP, abilities, or attacks makes it easy to distinguish from Pokémon or more complex Trainer cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Pal Pad’s rules text allows players to shuffle up to 2 Supporter cards from their discard pile back into their deck and permits playing any number of Item cards during a turn. This makes it a versatile tool in deck recycling strategies, though its current tournament legality status is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

Store Pal Pad in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity, maintaining crisp edges and the vibrant illustration by Ryo Ueda helps preserve collectible appeal.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sword Shield (swsh1): Pal Pad debuts as a functional Item card with a simple yet effective effect, supporting deck sustainability. It fits neatly into the Sword Shield set’s theme of strategic resource management without adding complexity to gameplay.

This guide covers all known details about the Pal Pad card from the Sword Shield set, providing collectors and players with a clear understanding of its role and identifiers.