Opal Collector’s Guide: Vivid Voltage #197

Character Intro

Opal is the Rare Rainbow Supporter from the Vivid Voltage set, card 197. Its striking rainbow treatment and Naoki Saito artwork make it a standout piece for collectors, with a visually bold style and unique rarity within the set.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: swsh4-197
• Stage: Supporter
• Subtype: Supporter
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Regulation Mark: D
• Rules: Flip 2 coins. Search your deck for a number of cards up to the number of heads, put them into your hand, and shuffle your deck. You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn.
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None listed
• Abilities/Attacks: None

Key Printings

This printing of Opal appears solely in the Vivid Voltage set as card number 197. It is a Rare Rainbow variant, making it a visually appealing and collectible option for fans of the Sword & Shield series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code (swsh4), card number (197), Rare Rainbow rarity, and the illustrator credit to Naoki Saito.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. As a Supporter, you may play only 1 per turn; its effect flips 2 coins to search your deck for up to that many cards, then shuffles.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain condition, store Opal in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unique art style, consider a top-loader or a binder with individual pockets for optimal protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Vivid Voltage (swsh4): Introduced Opal as a Rare Rainbow Supporter with a coin-flip deck-search effect. The set is known for colorful, dynamic designs, with Opal standing out for its rarity and illustrator pedigree.