Champion's Path arrived in late 2020 as a highly anticipated special set featuring Pokémon Sword and Shield characters. Released during peak pandemic collecting, it became one of the era's most sought-after releases, defined by its full-art secret rares that showcased vibrant character illustrations alongside Pokémon. The set captured collector enthusiasm at a pivotal moment when the hobby experienced explosive growth and mainstream attention. Piers is a fan-favorite gym leader from the Sword and Shield games, depicted here in his characteristic moody style. This full-art secret rare celebrates the character with detailed, atmospheric artwork that resonates with both Pokémon players and collectors drawn to compelling character portrayal. Piers cards remain popular among those collecting Champion's Path and players who favor Dark-type specialists.