Description
Pokémon TCG Ralts (84/198) Reverse Holo – Scarlet & Violet Base Set
Enhance your deck synergy and evolutionary lines with the official Pokémon Trading Card Game: Ralts (84/198) 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 / HP / Stage: Psychic / 60 HP / Basic Pokémon
- Attack 1: [Psychic] Psyshot (10 Damage)
- Weakness / Resistance / Retreat Cost: Metal x2 / None / 1 Colorless Energy Cost
- Deck Alignment & Meta Fit: Ralts serves as the mandatory Basic core foundation required for evolving into the powerful Kirlia and competitive Stage 2 Gardevoir ex deck engines. Its low retreat cost and highly accessible evolution line make it an indispensable structural choice for psychic-type acceleration strategies.
Scarlet & Violet Base Set (SV01) Profile
- Set List Number: Card #084 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 Ralts 84/198?
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 attack text—while keeping the primary illustration box non-foil.
Is Ralts 84/198 legal for competitive tournament play?
Yes. Ralts 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.
What Stage 1 and Stage 2 Pokémon does Ralts evolve into?
Ralts evolves directly into Kirlia. From Kirlia, your evolutionary options expand to transition into Stage 2 variants, including Gardevoir, Gardevoir ex, or Gallade architectures, depending on your custom deck configuration.
Who is the official artist behind this card illustration?
The artwork and card layout for this SV1 print iteration were crafted by artist Sanosuke Sakuma, capturing the playful character aesthetic and updated silver border design featured throughout the modern Scarlet & Violet trading card game generation.
