Sidney 279/264

Sidney is a Trainer card from Fusion Strike, the largest main set of the Sword and Shield era. As a Supporter, it brings a useful effect to a deck rather than featuring a Pokemon, and it draws on a recognisable character from the Hoenn region games.

This printing is numbered 279/264, sitting above the set total of 264, which marks it as a secret rare. It carries the Rainbow treatment, giving the card its textured multi coloured finish that collectors associate with the high end of a set. Rainbow secret rare Trainers are printed at a much lower rate than the regular versions, which is a large part of their appeal.

For collectors, the Sidney rainbow is a chase piece for anyone completing a Fusion Strike secret rare run, and a nice fit for fans of the game's character cards. The colourful finish makes it a strong display option alongside the rest of a set's top rarities.

Condition and authenticity

This card meets Monster Mart's Mint condition standard:

• Corners: No visible fraying or whitening
• Edges: Smooth and clean, no silvering
• Surface: Free of scratches, dents, creases or smudges
• Centering: Within 60/40 front limit

Every card is authenticated and thoroughly inspected by Monster Mart, and ships tracked from Brisbane in protective sleeves and rigid holders.