Shaymin VSTAR
Shaymin VSTAR is a Rare Rainbow Pokémon TCG printing from Brilliant Stars (#173). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $6.71 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2022. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Shaymin VSTAR suits collectors working on Brilliant Stars who need the Rare Rainbow slot. Treat $6.71 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Shaymin VSTAR from Brilliant Stars?
Shaymin VSTAR is a Pokémon card in Brilliant Stars numbered 173. It evolves from Shaymin V. National Pokédex #492. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Shaymin VSTAR worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $6.71 for Shaymin VSTAR. Low and high spread runs $4.50 to $29.95. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Brilliant Stars |
|---|---|
| Number | 173 |
| Rarity | Rare Rainbow |
| TCGPlayer USD | $6.71 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €4.93 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 250 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Evolves from | Shaymin V |
| Revenge Blast | GrassColorless 120+ This attack does 40 more damage for each Prize card your opponent has taken. |
| Star Bloom | During your turn, you may heal 120 damage from each of your Benched Grass Pokémon. (You can't use more than 1 VSTAR Power in a game.) |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Shaymin VSTAR?
Shaymin VSTAR is listed as Rare Rainbow in Brilliant Stars. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Shaymin VSTAR?
Catalog fields: set Brilliant Stars, rarity Rare Rainbow, regulation F. Illustrated by 5ban Graphics. Format status: Standard and Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Shaymin VSTAR (#173) is a chase-tier Rare Rainbow printing in Brilliant Stars. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Shaymin VSTAR is catalogued as Rare Rainbow printing in Brilliant Stars, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $6.71.
- Illustrator 5ban Graphics has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $6.71 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Shaymin VSTAR worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $6.71 for ungraded Shaymin VSTAR from Brilliant Stars. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Shaymin VSTAR from?
Shaymin VSTAR is listed in Brilliant Stars (Sword & Shield) as card #173. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Shaymin VSTAR?
Our catalog lists Shaymin VSTAR as Rare Rainbow in Brilliant Stars. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Shaymin VSTAR good for collectors or players?
Shaymin VSTAR includes gameplay stats in Brilliant Stars. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
Should I grade Shaymin VSTAR?
Grading only makes sense when Shaymin VSTAR appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $6.71, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.