Rotom V Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Rotom V (Lost Origin 58) is a Rare Holo V with 190 HP. It features the Instant Charge ability and the Scrap Short attack, offering a flexible engine piece with tangible damage potential.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic, V
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: F
• Rules: V rule applies—when your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Rotom V appears in the Lost Origin set, numbered 58. It is a Rare Holo V card featuring artwork by 5ban Graphics. No other print variants are documented for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

• Card ID: swsh11-58
• Set Code: swsh11
• Subtypes: Basic, V
• Abilities: Instant Charge — allows drawing 3 cards once per turn but ends the turn immediately.
• Attack: Scrap Short — deals 40+ damage, increasing by 40 for each Pokémon Tool card moved from discard to the Lost Zone.
• Image URL: /images/swsh11/swsh11-58.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown.
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. It follows the V rule, which impacts prize card rewards when knocked out.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant holofoil and detailed artwork by 5ban Graphics, store Rotom V in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Origin: Rotom V debuts as a Rare Holo V with a powerful ability and attack that synergize well with Lightning-type strategies. Its unique mechanic involving Pokémon Tool cards adds a tactical layer to gameplay and collecting.