Chilling Reign·#230·2021
Welcoming Lantern is an Item Trainer card, not a Pokémon, introduced in the Sword & Shield era of the Pokémon TCG, and is significant for its role in Single Strike strategies. This specific card from the 2021 Chilling Reign set is a highly sought-after Secret Rare variant, distinguished by its stunning full-art gold design that makes it a standout collectible. Here, you will discover the card's mechanics, including its ability to retrieve Single Strike Supporters from the discard pile, its set history, and the unique artistic style by Studio Bora Inc.
Read more ↓Welcoming Lantern is not a Pokémon, but rather an Item card from the Pokémon Trading Card Game. As such, it does not have Pokédex lore, natural habitat, diet, behavior, or an evolution line. Item cards are an essential part of the Pokémon TCG, representing various objects, tools, or support items that trainers use to gain an advantage in battles. They are typically played from a player's hand during their turn and have immediate effects that can influence the game state, such as drawing cards, healing Pokémon, or searching the deck for specific cards. Welcoming Lantern specifically falls under the "Single Strike" mechanic, which was introduced in the Sword & Shield series of the TCG. Single Strike cards are characterized by their focus on powerful, decisive attacks, often at the cost of speed or setup. This mechanic adds a strategic layer to deck building, encouraging players to create synergies between Single Strike Pokémon, Trainer cards, and Energy cards to maximize their offensive potential. Item cards like Welcoming Lantern are crucial for facilitating these strategies by providing consistency and recovery options, ensuring that players can execute their game plan effectively.
Last updated: April 11, 2026
