Shedinja Collector’s Guide: Vivid Voltage #66

Character Intro

Shedinja (#66) from Vivid Voltage is a Rare Psychic-type card with 30 HP, the Shell Survival Ability, and the Life Squeeze attack. Its distinct design makes it a notable addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Ability: Shell Survival — can only be put into play via Ninjask’s Cast-Off Shell Ability, not during setup as Active or Bench Pokémon
• Attack: Life Squeeze — places damage counters on opponent’s Active Pokémon until it has 10 HP remaining
• Flavor Text: A most peculiar Pokémon that somehow appears in a Poké Ball when a Nincada evolves.
• Regulation Mark: D
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None listed

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Vivid Voltage set printing, card number 66. It is a Rare card illustrated by Tomokazu Komiya. No other printings or reprints of this exact card are documented here.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code “swsh4-66” and the distinctive Psychic-type coloring and artwork.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality status: unknown.
• This card cannot be played as your Active Pokémon or placed on the Bench during setup; it must enter play only through the effect of Ninjask’s Cast-Off Shell Ability.
• It is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

Due to its rarity and unique artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight to preserve the vibrant illustration. Avoid bending or exposure to moisture to maintain its condition for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Vivid Voltage (swsh4): Introduced Shedinja as a Basic Psychic-type with a unique ability tied to Ninjask, adding a curious strategic element and a rare collectible to the set.