Series: Sword & Shield
Release Date: March 19, 2021
Set Abbreviation: BST
Pokémon Battle Styles is the set that introduced Single Strike and Rapid Strike, and a napping Tyranitar V Alternate Art is the card that leads it. Here are the top 10 Battle Styles hits and chase cards, ranked by current market value, with four Urshifu cards in the mix.
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10. Phoebe - $15.10
Set: Sword & Shield: Battle Styles
Card Number: 161/163
Rarity: Ultra Rare
Phoebe is the only Trainer card on the list. She strikes a happy pose in front of a bright, colorful flower pattern. Phoebe is the Ghost-type Elite Four member from Hoenn, so fans of Ruby and Sapphire pick this one up fast.
9. Rapid Strike Urshifu V - $15.88
Set: Sword & Shield: Battle Styles
Card Number: 153/163
Rarity: Alternate Art Ultra Rare
Urshifu strikes a martial arts pose in a bright, misty forest, and the whole card feels peaceful. It's our first Urshifu, and the Water and Fighting version of the set's mascot. Urshifu has two forms in Battle Styles, so collectors usually want one of each.
8. Victini VMAX - $17.62
Set: Sword & Shield: Battle Styles
Card Number: 165/163
Rarity: Rainbow Rare
Victini glows in every color of the rainbow with a big, goofy smile. Victini is the Victory Pokémon, and its attack is called Max Victory, which is a nice touch. Rainbow Rares from the Sword and Shield era still have plenty of fans.
7. Single Strike Urshifu V - $18.39
Set: Sword & Shield: Battle Styles
Card Number: 151/163
Rarity: Alternate Art Ultra Rare
Our second Urshifu, and this is the dark Single Strike version. It leaps through a rocky forest with chunks of stone flying around it. It's a darker, moodier card than the Rapid Strike version at #9.
6. Houndoom - $27.09
Set: Sword & Shield: Battle Styles
Card Number: 179/163
Rarity: Gold Secret Rare
Houndoom roars on a shiny gold card, with sparkles all over it. It's the only gold card in the top 10, and it's a plain Stage 1 with no V or VMAX in sight. Houndoom has been a Johto favorite since Gold and Silver, and the gold foil really suits it.
5. Single Strike Urshifu VMAX - $30.30
Set: Sword & Shield: Battle Styles
Card Number: 168/163
Rarity: Alternate Art Secret Rare
Now we're getting into the real chase cards for Battle Styles. Gigantamax Urshifu towers over the card in dark red with lightning crackling all around it. It's loud, and that's the point. This is the big version of the Single Strike V at #7.
4. Mimikyu V - $46.71
Set: Sword & Shield: Battle Styles
Card Number: 148/163
Rarity: Alternate Art Ultra Rare
Mimikyu poses in its Pikachu costume against a swirl of pink and purple. It's a cute card with a big cult following behind it. Mimikyu fans will love this one, and you can see more of them in our Brilliant Stars Top 10.
3. Empoleon V - $63.57
Set: Sword & Shield: Battle Styles
Card Number: 146/163
Rarity: Alternate Art Ultra Rare
Empoleon stands tall in a misty forest with a crowd of little Pokémon friends around it. It looks like a king surrounded by its subjects, which fits its Emperor's Eyes ability. Empoleon is a Sinnoh favorite, and this is one of its best cards.
2. Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX - $77.32
Set: Sword & Shield: Battle Styles
Card Number: 170/163
Rarity: Alternate Art Secret Rare
Kiyotaka Oshiyama drew a giant Gigantamax Urshifu in a swirling storm of blue water. The whole card feels like a wave about to crash. It's the second most valuable card in Battle Styles, and it's the Water version of the Single Strike card at #5.
1. Tyranitar V - $237.54
Set: Sword & Shield: Battle Styles
Card Number: 155/163
Rarity: Alternate Art Ultra Rare
The Tyranitar V Alternate Art is the undisputed top pull in Battle Styles, and it's a Tyranitar that just finished a huge meal. It's lying on its back with its belly up, surrounded by empty bowls and plates. It's easily the funniest card in the set.
Final Thoughts
Battle Styles has plenty of Urshifu, but the funniest card in the set is the one on top. Alternate Arts fill most of the list. To see how the next set compares, read our Chilling Reign Top 10, or see more Sword and Shield chase cards in the Evolving Skies Top 10.
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FAQ
What is the most valuable card in Battle Styles?
The most valuable card in Battle Styles is the Tyranitar V Alternate Art (155/163). The Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX Alternate Art (170/163) is second, and the Empoleon V Alternate Art (146/163) is third.
What are the best cards in Battle Styles?
The best Battle Styles cards are the Tyranitar V, Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX, Empoleon V, and Mimikyu V Alternate Arts. The Single Strike Urshifu VMAX and the gold Houndoom are also popular chase cards.
What are Single Strike and Rapid Strike in Pokémon TCG?
Single Strike and Rapid Strike are two Battle Styles introduced in Battle Styles. Each style has its own Pokémon, attacks, and decks. Urshifu comes in both: Single Strike is Fighting and Dark, and Rapid Strike is Fighting and Water.
What is Urshifu in Pokémon TCG?
Urshifu is a Fighting-type Pokémon from the Sword and Shield Isle of Armor expansion. Battle Styles has both forms, with V and VMAX cards for each. The Rapid Strike VMAX Alternate Art is the most valuable.
How many cards are in Battle Styles?
Battle Styles has 163 cards in the main set and 183 with all the secret rares. It released on March 19, 2021. Track your progress with the Rare Candy master set tracker.
Want to see the set that came before? Check the top cards in our Top 10 Pokémon Shining Fates Hits & Chase Cards.
