Team Rocket’s Archer (223)

Team Rocket’s Archer 223/182 is an Ultra Rare Full Art Trainer Supporter card from the Pokémon TCG Scarlet & Violet: Destined Rivals expansion. Numbered 223/182, this card sits beyond the set’s standard print run, placing it firmly in the extended ultra rare category that collectors actively seek out. Whether you are building a competitive deck, completing the Destined Rivals set, or adding high-visual-impact cards to a binder collection, this full art Trainer is a card worth owning.

Card Details

• Card Name: Team Rocket’s Archer
• Set: Scarlet & Violet: Destined Rivals
• Card Number: 223/182
• Rarity: Ultra Rare
• Card Type: Trainer, Supporter
• Regulation Mark: I
• Illustration: Hideki Ishikawa

Card Text and Gameplay Effect

As a Supporter card, Team Rocket’s Archer introduces Team Rocket’s iconic antagonist into the Scarlet & Violet format. Supporter cards are limited to one play per turn, making each copy in your deck a deliberate, high-value decision. The full art treatment and regulation mark I confirm this card is legal in current standard format play, adding gameplay relevance to its strong collector appeal.

Because this is a Trainer Supporter, it slots into decks that benefit from disruptive or resource-generating effects. Its inclusion in the Destined Rivals set alongside other Team Rocket-themed cards makes it a natural fit for thematic deck builds as well as competitive consideration.

Set Information

Destined Rivals is part of the Scarlet & Violet series and carries regulation mark I, placing it within the current competitive rotation window. The set number 223/182 tells you immediately that this card is a secret rare tier pull, printed beyond the set’s base count of 182 cards. Cards in this extended numbering range are statistically less common than standard set pulls, which contributes to their desirability on the secondary market.

Hideki Ishikawa’s illustration work on this card delivers a full art composition that fills the card frame edge to edge, a visual format that distinguishes ultra rare cards from standard rare prints and contributes to their appeal in display collections and graded submissions.

Why Collectors Want This Card

Full art ultra rare Trainer cards occupy a specific and valued niche in Pokémon TCG collecting. Unlike Pokémon-focused pulls, full art Trainers featuring human characters benefit from detailed character-focused artwork that showcases the illustrator’s style without the compositional constraints of a Pokémon battle scene. Team Rocket’s Archer, as a named villain-affiliated character, carries narrative weight that resonates with long-term fans of the franchise.

Key reasons this card attracts collector attention:

• Extended set numbering at 223/182 signals low pull frequency compared to base set cards
• Full art illustration by Hideki Ishikawa fills the entire card face
• Team Rocket character with strong franchise recognition among collectors
• Scarlet & Violet era regulation mark I keeps it relevant in current formats
• Dual appeal for both competitive players and display collectors

If you are working toward a master set completion of Destined Rivals, Team Rocket’s Archer 223 is one of the cards you will need to track down specifically, as it does not appear in every booster pack opening.

Condition, Authenticity, and Purchasing

All singles listed at Pokemon District are genuine Pokémon TCG cards. When purchasing a single from our store, you are buying a card pulled or sourced from official Pokémon TCG product. We handle cards with care to preserve condition during storage and dispatch.

If you have questions about the condition grade of a specific copy before purchasing, contact us directly and we will provide detail on the card in hand. We recommend reviewing our store policies for returns and dispatch information, available on the relevant store pages.

For collectors who intend to submit cards for professional grading, purchasing from a reputable single seller with careful handling practices is an important first step toward a clean submission.

Related Pokémon TCG Cards and Products

If Team Rocket’s Archer 223 caught your eye, these related products from our store are worth exploring:

• Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex Box | Pokemon TCG Collection Box, a Team Rocket-themed collection product that pairs naturally with Destined Rivals singles
• Gardevoir ex League Battle Deck | Pokemon TCG, a ready-to-play Scarlet & Violet format deck for competitive play
• Pokemon GO V Battle Deck Mewtwo vs Melmetal, a classic V format two-deck set for battling or collecting

Frequently Asked Questions

What set is Team Rocket’s Archer 223 from?

Team Rocket’s Archer 223/182 is from the Pokémon TCG Scarlet & Violet: Destined Rivals expansion. The card number 223/182 places it in the extended ultra rare range beyond the set’s standard 182-card base count.

Is Team Rocket’s Archer 223 a full art card?

Yes. Team Rocket’s Archer 223/182 is a Full Art Ultra Rare Trainer Supporter card, featuring an edge-to-edge illustration by Hideki Ishikawa that distinguishes it from standard rare prints in the same set.

Is Team Rocket’s Archer 223 legal in standard format?

Team Rocket’s Archer 223/182 carries regulation mark I, which is within the current Scarlet & Violet competitive rotation. Players should always verify the current season’s legal regulation marks on the official Play Pokémon website, as rotation windows update periodically.

What type of card is Team Rocket’s Archer?

Team Rocket’s Archer is a Trainer Supporter card. Supporters are played from your hand during your turn and allow only one Supporter play per turn under standard Pokémon TCG rules.

Who illustrated Team Rocket’s Archer 223/182?

The full art illustration on Team Rocket’s Archer 223/182 was created by Hideki Ishikawa, whose work appears across multiple Pokémon TCG sets in the Scarlet & Violet era.

Why are cards numbered beyond the set total, like 223/182?

In Pokémon TCG sets, cards numbered beyond the listed set total, such as 223 out of 182, are extended secret rare or ultra rare variants. These cards are printed at lower frequency than standard set cards and are typically full art, special illustration, or hyper rare treatments. Collectors often specifically target these cards to complete master set checklists.