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Bird Keeper #172 from Shiny Star V - Illustrated by Hideki Ishikawa
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Bird Keeper

#172/330 in Shiny Star V, illustrated by Hideki Ishikawa.

Card number
#172/330
Language
Japanese
Release date
November 20, 2020
Illustrator
Hideki Ishikawa
Original name
とりつかい
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Collector Notes

Bird Keeper

Bird Keeper appears in the Japanese print of Shiny Star V, released on November 20, 2020. The Shiny Star V set contains 330 cards.

Artist Info

This card's illustration was created by Hideki Ishikawa.

Collector Insights

Bird Keeper is a Supporter-type card from the Shiny Star V set, released on November 20, 2020. Designed by artist Hideki Ishikawa, it serves as a strategic tool for players. The card’s flavor text describes a mechanism where players can switch their Active Pokémon with one of their Benched Pokémon, followed by drawing three cards. This action provides a tactical advantage by refreshing the active position and increasing hand resources. The card’s number in the set is 172, reflecting its position within the collection. Its role as a Supporter card aligns with gameplay mechanics that enhance deck versatility. The absence of listed HP and attacks indicates it functions as a non-attacking support card. Overall, it emphasizes the importance of adaptability in Pokémon TCG strategies.

Switch your Active Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. If you do, draw 3 cards.

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