Description
Pokémon TCG Pokémon Catcher (187/198) Reverse Holo – Scarlet & Violet Base Set
Enhance your deck synergy and strategic gusting options with the official Pokémon Trading Card Game: Pokémon Catcher (187/198) from the foundational Scarlet & Violet Base Set (SV01). This individual listing features the highly collectible Parallel Foil Reverse Holo print finish.
Card Mechanics, Statistics & Meta Synergy
- Card Type: Trainer – Item
- Card Text: Flip a coin. If heads, switch 1 of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon with their Active Pokémon.
- Deck Alignment & Meta Fit: Pokémon Catcher acts as a high-reward tactical card in aggressive standard format decks. By providing a non-Supporter option to drag vulnerable high-value targets or heavily damaged Pokémon out of the safety of the bench, it allows players to secure critical prizes without burning their Supporter card for the turn.
Scarlet & Violet Base Set (SV01) Profile
- Set List Number: Card #187 of 198
- Print Generation: Generation 9 (Paldea Region Introduction)
- Visual Print Variant: Reverse Holographic Parallel Foil (Holo foil pattern covers the complete card face layout while keeping the character illustration artwork box standard non-foil)
- Standard Legality: Fully permitted for official Play! Pokémon Standard Rotation competitive matches (G Regulation Mark)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does Reverse Holo mean for Pokémon Catcher 187/198?
In the Scarlet & Violet Base Set expansion, a Reverse Holo variant is a premium parallel print. Unlike regular holos where only the central art glows, the Reverse Holo pattern blankets the entire face of the card—including the card borders, title block, and card text—while keeping the primary illustration box non-foil.
Is Pokémon Catcher 187/198 legal for competitive tournament play?
Yes. Pokémon Catcher features the G Regulation Mark, making it completely legal under current Pokémon TCG Standard Rotation rules. It can be utilized in active tournament decks with a maximum limitation of four identical copies per deck list.
What exact card condition is this item graded under?
This card is stocked in unplayed Near Mint (NM) condition. Sourced directly from booster packs, it exhibits minimal to no surface abrasions, crisp unwhitened perimeter edges, sharp centering, and pristine rear blue backing geometry free of clouding or factory warping.
Can you play multiple Pokémon Catcher cards in a single turn?
Yes. Because Pokémon Catcher is an Item card (and not a Supporter card), you may play as many copies of it as you like during your turn, provided you follow the coin-flip instructions for each individual card played.
Who is the official artist behind this card illustration?
The artwork and card layout for this SV1 print iteration were crafted by Studio Bora Inc., capturing the clean, modern industrial aesthetic and updated silver border design featured throughout the modern Scarlet & Violet trading card game generation.





