S1W Sword V 抽卡機率，最佳卡牌與盒裝指南 (2026)
Released on December 6, 2019 as the first Japanese Sword & Shield expansion, S1W Sword V (ソード) is the Sword-version half of Japan’s launch dual release. Alongside its companion S1H Shield V, it represents the birth of the V/VMAX era in Japanese TCG. Featuring Zacian V as the set’s legendary headliner and sharing the secret rare pool with S1H including Snorlax VMAX Rainbow and Marnie Rainbow, S1W boxes trade at ~¥28,000 ($199) in 2026 — nearly 6× MSRP appreciation over 6 years.
S1W Sword V: Set Overview
| Set Code | S1W |
|---|---|
| Japanese Name | ソード (Sword) |
| 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) | ~¥28,000 (~$199) |
| Companion Set | S1H Shield V |
S1W vs S1H — The Sword Half
S1W and S1H released simultaneously as Japan’s launch of the Sword & Shield TCG era. The two sets share nearly identical card pools — the differences being the box art (Zacian for S1W, Zamazenta for S1H) and the featured card number positions. S1W emphasizes Zacian V (the Sword legendary), while S1H emphasizes Zamazenta V (the Shield legendary). For most collector purposes, the two sets are interchangeable — you choose based on which legendary you prefer.
Top Cards in S1W Sword V
Snorlax VMAX Rainbow — The Top Chase
Snorlax VMAX
~¥11,500 (~$82)
Pull rate: ~1/10 boxes (est.)
Snorlax VMAX Rainbow by aky CG Works is the single most valuable card shared between S1W and S1H. The illustration captures the iconic sleeping Pokémon at massive VMAX scale, with Rainbow foil treatment enhancing Snorlax’s rounded silhouette. At ¥11,500 ($82), it’s the definitive S1 chase card and one of the earliest iconic Rainbow VMAX cards in Japanese TCG history.
Zacian V Gold Secret
Zacian V
~¥2,400 (~$17)
Pull rate: ~1/12 boxes (est.)
Zacian V Gold Secret is the thematic centerpiece of S1W Sword V. Zacian is Galar’s Sword legendary — the crowned sword-wielding wolf Pokémon that represents the Sword version of the games. The gold UR treatment features a full gold-foil background with Zacian’s heroic pose prominently displayed. Essential for any Sword-version collector.
Marnie Rainbow
Marnie
~¥2,700 (~$19)
Pull rate: ~1/12 boxes (est.)
Marnie is one of the most popular Galar trainers — a rival character from Spikemuth with a rebellious punk-gothic aesthetic. Her Rainbow HR trainer card by kirisAki has become iconic. At ¥2,700 ($19), it’s a strong chase card that drives collector demand for S1W/S1H boxes specifically. Marnie has consistently been one of the most-searched Japanese trainer cards since 2020.
Lapras VMAX Rainbow
Lapras VMAX Rainbow (~¥2,100 / $15) is another classic Gen I Pokémon receiving VMAX Rainbow treatment. The nostalgic Kanto appeal combined with Rainbow foil makes this a favorite among Gen I collectors.
Bede Rainbow
Bede is Galar’s mysterious Fairy-type rival. His Rainbow HR (Naoki Saito) at ~¥750 is a lower-tier but thematically complete trainer pickup.
S1W Pull Rates & Box EV
| Category | Rate/Box | Avg Value | EV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snorlax VMAX Rainbow HR | ~0.1 | ¥11,500 | ¥1,150 |
| Other VMAX Rainbow (Lapras, Morpeko, Stonjourner) | ~0.3 | ¥3,000 | ¥900 |
| Marnie Rainbow HR | ~0.08 | ¥2,700 | ¥216 |
| Other Trainer HR (Bede, Magnolia, Team Yell) | ~0.3 | ¥800 | ¥240 |
| Zacian/Zamazenta V Gold UR | ~0.08 | ¥2,400 | ¥192 |
| V SR cards | ~2 | ¥1,500 | ¥3,000 |
| RR/RRR cards | ~5 | ¥500 | ¥2,500 |
| Other cards | — | — | ¥1,500 |
| Total EV | ~¥9,698 | ||
| Market BOX | ~¥28,000 | ||
| EV ratio | ~35% | ||
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Authenticated sealed boxes featuring Zacian V Gold and Snorlax VMAX Rainbow.
FAQ
What is S1W Sword V?
S1W (ソード) is the Sword-version launch expansion of the Japanese Sword & Shield TCG era, released December 6, 2019. It shares card pools with S1H Shield V but features Zacian V as the Sword-themed legendary. Both sets are the Japanese source for English Sword & Shield (swsh1).
Should I buy S1W or S1H?
Card pools are nearly identical — choose based on which legendary you prefer (Zacian for Sword/S1W, Zamazenta for Shield/S1H) or box art preference. Pricing between S1W and S1H is typically within 5-10% of each other. For completionist collectors, both are required.
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