Released on December 6, 2019 as the Shield-version companion to S1W Sword V, S1H Shield V (シールド) is the Shield-themed launch expansion of Japan’s Sword & Shield TCG era. The set features Zamazenta V as its shield-wielding legendary headliner, and shares its secret rare pool with S1W — including Snorlax VMAX Rainbow, Marnie Rainbow, and the iconic launch-era chase cards. Sealed boxes trade at ~¥26,000 ($184) in 2026 — slightly cheaper than S1W Sword V reflecting the modest Zamazenta-vs-Zacian collector preference gap.
S1H Shield V: Set Overview
| Set Code | S1H |
|---|---|
| Japanese Name | シールド (Shield) |
| English Source | Sword & Shield (swsh1) |
| Release Date | December 6, 2019 |
| Pack Configuration | 30 packs / box, 5 cards / pack |
| MSRP | ¥4,950 per box |
| Market Price (2026) | ~¥26,000 (~$184) |
| Companion Set | S1W Sword V |
S1H vs S1W — The Shield Half
S1H and S1W share nearly identical card pools as the launch dual release. The primary differences:
- Box art: Zamazenta for S1H, Zacian for S1W
- Featured Legendary: Zamazenta V headlines S1H, Zacian V headlines S1W
- Market pricing: S1H typically 5-10% lower than S1W due to Zacian’s slightly stronger fan preference
For completionist collectors, both sets are required. For a single purchase, choose based on which legendary (Zamazenta or Zacian) you prefer or which box art you find more appealing.
Top Cards in S1H Shield V
Snorlax VMAX Rainbow — The Top Chase
Snorlax VMAX
~¥11,500 (~$82)
Pull rate: ~1/10 boxes (est.)
Snorlax VMAX Rainbow is the top-value card shared between S1H and S1W. aky CG Works’s illustration of the Gigantamax sleeping Pokémon is one of the most recognizable Rainbow VMAX cards from the launch era. At ¥11,500 ($82), it’s the headline chase regardless of which version (Sword or Shield) you open.
Zamazenta V Gold Secret
Zamazenta V
~¥1,500 (~$11)
Pull rate: ~1/12 boxes (est.)
Zamazenta V Gold Secret is the thematic centerpiece of S1H Shield V. Zamazenta is Galar’s Shield legendary — the shield-crested wolf Pokémon wielding a mighty defense. The gold UR treatment by aky CG Works depicts Zamazenta’s heroic pose in full gold foil. Essential for any Shield-version collector, though notably less valuable than Zacian V Gold from S1W due to the slight Zacian preference among collectors.
Marnie Rainbow
Marnie
~¥2,700 (~$19)
Pull rate: ~1/12 boxes (est.)
Marnie is among the most popular Galar trainers — a rebellious gothic-punk rival from Spikemuth. Her Rainbow HR trainer card by kirisAki is iconic across the entire Sword & Shield era. At ¥2,700 ($19), it’s one of S1H’s key chase cards and a major reason collectors target launch-era boxes.
Lapras VMAX Rainbow
Lapras VMAX Rainbow (~¥2,100 / $15) brings Gen I Kanto nostalgia to the set. Lapras holds strong collector demand across generations, making the Rainbow VMAX treatment a consistent chase card from S1 boxes.
S1H Pull Rates & Box EV
| Category | Rate/Box | Avg Value | EV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snorlax VMAX Rainbow HR | ~0.1 | ¥11,500 | ¥1,150 |
| Other VMAX Rainbow cards | ~0.3 | ¥3,000 | ¥900 |
| Marnie Rainbow HR | ~0.08 | ¥2,700 | ¥216 |
| Other Trainer HR | ~0.3 | ¥800 | ¥240 |
| Zamazenta V Gold UR | ~0.08 | ¥1,500 | ¥120 |
| V SR cards | ~2 | ¥1,500 | ¥3,000 |
| RR/RRR cards | ~5 | ¥500 | ¥2,500 |
| Other cards | — | — | ¥1,500 |
| Total EV | ~¥9,626 | ||
| Market BOX | ~¥26,000 | ||
| EV ratio | ~37% | ||
Where to Buy S1H Shield V
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Authenticated sealed boxes featuring Zamazenta V Gold and Snorlax VMAX Rainbow.
FAQ
What is S1H Shield V?
S1H (シールド) is the Shield-version launch expansion of the Japanese Sword & Shield TCG era, released December 6, 2019. It shares card pools with S1W Sword V but features Zamazenta V as the Shield-themed legendary. Both sets together form the Japanese source for English Sword & Shield (swsh1).
Why is S1H cheaper than S1W?
The card pools are nearly identical, but S1H trades at a ~5-10% discount because Zacian (featured in S1W) has slightly stronger fan preference than Zamazenta. The difference is modest and reflects collector taste rather than any functional pull rate differences.
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