Pokemon Vivid Voltage Set
A 203-card expansion featuring the beloved Pikachu VMAX, the debut of Amazing Rare cards, and vibrant rainbow energy artwork.
swsh4 Difficulty
2/5 to complete
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Varies
Market average
Top Card
Pikachu VMAX
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Rarity Tier
Overview
Vivid Voltage is a 203-card expansion released in November 2020, bringing vibrant color themes and the debut of Amazing Rare cards. Pikachu VMAX headlines as one of the most collectible cards in the Sword & Shield era with its Gigantamax design. Amazing Rare cards feature stunning rainbow-bordered artwork of legendary Pokemon, adding a unique collectible tier between regular and secret rares.
Best for
- Modern chase collectors riding SWSH alt-art markets
- people attempting a wide Vivid Voltage master set who will split base numbers from high-number / special rows
- anyone specifically hunting Pikachu VMAX / Pikachu V and needing the rest of the set for context
Skip this path if
- you treat every Eeveelution-looking card as the same SKU
- you want a weekend master set — Vivid Voltage is 203 cards; budget the chase tier alone
Common mistakes
Collectors mishandle Vivid Voltage by mixing Trainer Gallery / special subsets into the main numbered set mentally. Pikachu VMAX / Pikachu V still does most of the economic work inside a 203-card list — do not price bulk like hits. Listings labeled only “SWSH V / VMAX / alt arts” are not a SKU: match set code swsh4 (2020) before you match the art.
What to check first
Start with whether the hit is main-set or a parallel gallery/subset. Then inspect Pikachu VMAX / Pikachu V under real light before anyone says “NM” or grade. Gap the rest with the Vivid Voltage checklist; sealed product does not replace the expensive row.
Most valuable cards
Pikachu VMAX (#044) is the premier chase card at $30-60 near-mint, with the rainbow rare (#188) reaching $60-120+. The Full Art Pikachu V (#170) holds $20-40. Amazing Rare Rayquaza (#138) and Amazing Rare Jirachi (#119) command $10-20 each with their distinctive rainbow borders. Togekiss VMAX rainbow rare is also desirable.
Cards from Vivid Voltage
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28 of 203 
Weedle
Kakuna
Beedrill
Exeggcute
Dhelmise
Dewott
Zapdos
Clefairy
Dedenne
Drilbur
Drapion V
Lucario
Swellow
Cara Liss
Coating Metal Energy
Togekiss V
Allister
Bea
Beauty
Leon
Nessa
Opal
Galarian Obstagoon
Oranguru
Cape of Toughness
Hero's Medal
Memory Capsule
Telescopic Sight
Tips to finish the set
Vivid Voltage was heavily printed during the 2020-2021 Pokemon boom, making it one of the most available SWSH sets. The Amazing Rare cards are a fun subset to collect with 6 total cards. Pikachu VMAX variants dominate the value, so a strategic singles approach saves money over chasing packs.
How to Complete This Set
- 01
Identify Vivid Voltage cards by set code swsh4 / symbol — do not sort by art alone
- 02
Split bulk commons/uncommons from holos and special rarities before pricing
- 03
Track Pikachu VMAX and Pikachu V as priority singles, not pack EV fantasies
- 04
Scan or checklist-gap the rest after the chase budget is honest
Scan with the app
Amazing Rare cards have a unique rainbow-colored border that can be confused with rainbow secret rares. The scanner correctly identifies Amazing Rares as their own rarity category and distinguishes them from rainbow rare VMAX cards. It also verifies Pikachu VMAX printings across different products.
Common questions
01 What are Amazing Rare cards in Vivid Voltage?
Amazing Rare cards are a special rarity featuring legendary Pokemon with distinctive rainbow-colored card borders. They require multiple energy types to attack but have powerful effects. Vivid Voltage includes 6 Amazing Rares: Rayquaza, Jirachi, Celebi, Raikou, Zamazenta, and Yveltal.
02 How rare is the rainbow Pikachu VMAX?
The rainbow rare Pikachu VMAX (#188) has approximately a 1-in-400 pack pull rate. It is one of the most chased cards in the SWSH era and consistently commands premium prices across all conditions.
03 Was Vivid Voltage available during the Pokemon card shortage?
Vivid Voltage released during peak demand in late 2020 and was initially extremely difficult to find at retail. Multiple reprint waves in 2021 eventually made it widely available, and it remains one of the most accessible SWSH sets.
04 Is Pikachu VMAX competitive?
Pikachu VMAX saw moderate competitive play with its G-Max Volt Tackle dealing 120+ damage. While not a top-tier tournament card, its universal appeal as a Pikachu card and collectible artwork drive its premium pricing.
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