The 2020 Sword & Shield Nickit card (125) is a Basic Darkness-type Pokémon featuring the 'Darkness Instigate' attack. This catalog entry outlines the card's gameplay mechanics and collector context.
Nickit
2020 • Pokémon • Sword & Shield
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Released in 2020 as part of the Sword & Shield expansion, the Nickit trading card (number 125) represents a unique strategic option within the Darkness type. Designed by artist kirisAki, this Basic Pokémon card carries 70 HP and offers a disruptive gameplay mechanic known as Darkness Instigate. When activated, this ability forces the opponent to shuffle their hand and place it on the bottom of their deck. If any cards are moved in this process, the opponent must then draw three cards, creating significant board state shifts during matches. Collectors often seek this card for its distinct interaction design, which differs from standard damage-dealing attacks. The card bears the Regulation Mark D, indicating its compatibility with the current competitive environment. For enthusiasts building collections around the Sword & Shield series, this entry provides the essential catalog data regarding the card’s attributes, including its retreat cost of one and its Pokédex number 827. Whether you are interested in the lore behind the character or the tactical implications of its abilities, this product page serves as a reliable reference point for understanding this release within the broader Pokémon TCG landscape.
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Card Details
The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Nickit
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Common
kirisAki
Card Stock
English
70
Darkness
Basic
Grass ×2
1
827
D
Card Text
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Attack: Instigate
Your opponent shuffles their hand and puts it on the bottom of their deck. If they put any cards on the bottom of their deck in this way, they draw 3 cards.
Aided by the soft pads on its feet, it silently raids the food stores of other Pokémon. It survives off its ill-gotten gains.