Ordinary Rod (Sword & Shield 171) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Ordinary Rod is an Uncommon Trainer Item from the Sword & Shield set, numbered 171. A straightforward, flexible recovery tool, it slots into many decks thanks to its reliable, no-frills utility.

Quick Facts

• Card Number: 171
• Set: Sword & Shield (swsh1)
• Type: Item
• Stage: Item
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Regulation Mark: D
• Illustrator: 5ban Graphics
• Image:

Key Printings

Appearing exclusively in the Sword & Shield base set (swsh1), this Ordinary Rod has no attacks or abilities and does not evolve from any Pokémon—its value is purely as an Item card.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants exist for this card. Key identifiers: set code “swsh1,” card number 171, and Regulation Mark “D” for tournament categorization.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Rules Text:
Choose 1 or both:
• Shuffle up to 2 Pokémon from your discard pile into your deck.
• Shuffle up to 2 basic Energy cards from your discard pile into your deck.
You may play any number of Item cards during your turn.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s uncommon value and 5ban Graphics artwork, store it in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain condition for play and collection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sword & Shield (swsh1): Ordinary Rod debuts as a versatile Item that recycles Pokémon and basic Energy from the discard pile, supporting deck sustainability. Its simplicity and utility appeal to both players and collectors.