Ruffian — Journey Together Supporter Card Collector’s Guide
Character Intro
Ruffian is an Uncommon Supporter card from the Journey Together set, numbered 157. Its clean, disruption-oriented design makes it a distinctive pickup for collectors focused on the Scarlet & Violet era’s Supporter lineup.
Quick Facts
| set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Journey Together | 157 | Uncommon | Hideki Ishikawa |
- Card ID: sv9-157
- Stage: Supporter
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Regulation Mark: I
- Types: None specified
- Evolves From: None
- Abilities: None
- Attacks: None
- Rules Text: “Discard a Pokémon Tool and a Special Energy from 1 of your opponent’s Pokémon. | You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn.”
Key Printings
Printed solely in the Journey Together set (set code sv9) as card 157. As an Uncommon, it’s moderately accessible while remaining a notable target for Supporter-focused binders.
Variants & Identifiers
No known print variants. Identifiers include illustrator Hideki Ishikawa and Regulation Mark I, helping distinguish it within the Scarlet & Violet series.
Legality & Play Notes
Legality: unknown
This Supporter effect targets opponent resources by discarding both a Pokémon Tool and a Special Energy from a single opposing Pokémon, and it follows the standard “one Supporter per turn” rule. Verify current tournament policy before play.
Care & Storage Tips
Use a fitted sleeve and keep the card away from direct sunlight. A stable, low-humidity environment helps prevent warping and preserves Hideki Ishikawa’s artwork.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Journey Together (sv9): A Supporter card centered on resource disruption, notable for its straightforward text and lack of HP or attacks, emphasizing strategic play over raw power.
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