Collector’s Guide: Professor Sada’s Vitality (Paradox Rift #170)

Character Intro

Professor Sada’s Vitality is an uncommon card from the Paradox Rift set, numbered 170. It reflects the set’s dynamic themes and captures the essence of Paradox Rift without relying on attacks or abilities.

Quick Facts

• Card Number: 170
• Set: Paradox Rift (sv4)
• Type: Supporter, Ancient
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Regulation Mark: G
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None
• Abilities/Attacks: None
• Rules Text: Attach a Basic Energy card from your discard pile to up to 2 of your Ancient Pokémon, then draw 3 cards if you attached any Energy. Only 1 Supporter card may be played per turn.
• Image URL: /images/sv4/sv4-170.jpg

Key Printings

This card is known only from the Paradox Rift set, with no alternate printings or reprints documented. Its distinct Ancient Supporter subtype makes it a notable piece for collectors focused on this theme.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of Professor Sada’s Vitality. Identification relies on the set code sv4, card number 170, and the unique artwork by Megumi Mizutani.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Supporter effect is strategic for decks utilizing Ancient Pokémon, enabling energy recovery and card draw.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the artwork and maintain condition, store Professor Sada’s Vitality in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity and unique subtype, keeping it in a binder or top-loader is recommended for long-term collection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Paradox Rift: Introduced Professor Sada’s Vitality as an uncommon Supporter card with Ancient subtype, emphasizing energy attachment and card draw mechanics for Ancient Pokémon decks. No other sets have featured this card.