Roserade Collector’s Guide: Sword & Shield #4

Character Intro

Roserade from the Sword & Shield set is a Rare card numbered 4. It has 120 HP and the attack Mega Drain, showcasing Roserade’s elegant yet formidable presence in battle.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Roselia)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: D
• Flavor Text: After captivating opponents with its sweet scent, it lashes them with its thorny whips.

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Sword & Shield printing of Roserade, card number 4. The card’s rarity is Rare and it includes two attacks:

• Paralyze Poison: Poisons and potentially paralyzes the opponent’s Active Pokémon.
• Mega Drain: Deals significant damage and heals Roserade by 30 damage.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the set code “swsh1,” regulation mark “D,” and illustrator credit to chibi. The card image can be referenced at /images/swsh1/swsh1-4.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this Rare card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially around the edges where wear is most common.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sword & Shield (swsh1): Introduced Roserade as a Stage 1 Grass-type with versatile attacks and moderate HP. This set printing is notable for its clean illustration style by chibi and balanced gameplay potential.