Unown V Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Unown V from the Silver Tempest set is a Rare Ultra card numbered 176. With 180 HP and the distinctive Shady Stamp attack, it offers both tactical play and collector appeal.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Unown V
• Stage: Basic,V
• Type: Psychic
• Weakness: Darkness ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Regulation Mark: F
• Set Code: swsh12
• Series: sword_shield

Key Printings

Focused printing: Silver Tempest, card number 176, rarity Rare Ultra.

• Shady Stamp: Confuses the opponent’s Active Pokémon and deals 30 damage for one Psychic energy.
• Victory Symbol: Can instantly win the game if used when only one Prize card remains, costing three Colorless energies.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its card number (176), set code (swsh12), and the Rare Ultra rarity. The illustrator credit goes to N-DESIGN Inc. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/swsh12/swsh12-176.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card follows the V rule: when your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards. It is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface scratches.
• Avoid excessive handling to keep the surface pristine.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Silver Tempest (swsh12): Introduced Unown V as a Rare Ultra with unique game-ending potential via the “Victory Symbol” attack. This set emphasizes strategic Psychic-type Pokémon with solid HP and interesting effects.