Is Potion a Pokémon card?

No, Potion is a Trainer card, specifically an Item card, which means it represents an item used by a Trainer in the Pokémon world, not a Pokémon creature itself.

Can I play more than one Potion card in a single turn?

Yes, as an Item card, you may play any number of Potion cards during your turn, provided you have them in your hand and can use their effect.

What does "Heal 30 damage" mean?

It means you choose one of your Pokémon in play, and you remove 30 damage counters from it. If a Pokémon has less than 30 damage, you remove all damage counters.

Is this Potion card rare?

No, this Potion card from the Sword & Shield set is a common rarity card, indicated by the black circle symbol on the bottom left.

Who illustrated this Potion card?

The illustrator for this Potion card is Ryo Ueda, as credited on the bottom left of the card.

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PotionSword & Shield #177 Pokémon Card

Sword & Shield·#177·2020

Potion, a fundamental Item card in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, mirrors its essential role in the video games as a basic healing tool for Pokémon. This specific card, from the 2020 Sword & Shield expansion, is a common printing that stands out for its modern art style and consistent utility in gameplay. Here, visitors will find detailed Pokédex lore, the card's mechanics including its healing effect, and its historical context within the Sword & Shield era.

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Card Number: #177
Release Date: February 6, 2020
Language: EN
Set Code: SWSH1

Potion is a classic Trainer Item card in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, representing a fundamental healing item from the Pokémon video games. Introduced in the very first generation of Pokémon games, it has been a staple throughout the franchise, allowing trainers to restore a small amount of HP to their Pokémon during battles. In the video games, Potions are readily available and crucial for keeping a team healthy during long journeys and tough encounters. Its role in the TCG mirrors this utility, providing a basic but effective way to mitigate damage. As an Item card, it symbolizes the various tools and consumables trainers use, rather than a Pokémon creature itself. The concept of healing items is universal in role-playing games, and Potion is the iconic representation of this mechanic in the Pokémon universe. Its simplicity and consistent presence across all generations underscore its importance as a core element of the Pokémon experience, deeply ingrained in the strategies of both casual players and competitive battlers.

Last updated: April 11, 2026