Series: Sword & Shield
Lost Origin Release Date: September 9, 2022
Set Abbreviation: LOR
Over three years after its release, Lost Origin remains one of the powerhouse sets from the Sword & Shield era. The set is typically divided into two groups: the standard Lost Origin cards and the Trainer Gallery subset. Headlined by one of the most iconic Legendary Pokémon, illustrated by Shinji Kanda, this set continues to be a fan favorite. Let’s take a look at the top 10 most valuable Lost Origin chase cards as of October 2025.
10. Charizard (Trainer Gallery) – $18.08
Rarity: Trainer Gallery
Card Number: #TG03/TG30
Taking the number ten spot is the Trainer Gallery Charizard. True to the Trainer Gallery’s signature style, this card showcases Charizard relaxing with Leon in a more casual, lifestyle-inspired scene. While it ranks among the top ten most valuable cards in the set, it remains one of the more affordable Charizard options from the Sword & Shield era.
9. Mew VMAX (Trainer Gallery) – $20.01
Rarity: Trainer Gallery
Card Number: #TG30/TG30
Next up is the Mew VMAX Trainer Gallery. While it doesn’t explicitly feature a Trainer, this card showcases Mew in its VMAX form against a void-like, all-black background accented with gold and pink outlines. The striking design gives it the feel of a true collector’s piece, standing out from many other cards in the set.
8. Rotom (Alternate Art) – $23.47
Rarity: Alternate Art
Card Number: #177/196
Our first entry outside the Trainer Gallery is Rotom V. Rotom has become something of a staple in the Pokémon TCG, with the upcoming Phantasmal Flames set also featuring a Rotom ex Special Illustration Rare. The artwork for this card is particularly clever, since Rotom’s attack is powered by discarded tools, the scene depicts a cluttered room filled with familiar TCG items scattered about, tying the theme perfectly to its gameplay mechanic.
7. Giratina VSTAR (Rainbow Rare) – $24.14
Rarity: Rainbow Rare
Card Number: #201/196
Coming in at number seven is our first, but not our last, Giratina card on the list! VSTAR cards were an interesting addition to the Pokémon TCG, introducing a powerful mechanic that can only be used once per game. Combine that with the highly debated Rainbow Rare treatment, and you’ve got a truly distinctive card that stands out for both its gameplay impact and its bold design.
6. Pikachu (Trainer Gallery) – $25.59
Rarity: Trainer Gallery
Card Number: #TG05/TG30
Rounding out the first half of our list is our first Pikachu! This card features a sleepy Pikachu napping beside Akari from Legends: Arceus, capturing a calm and cozy moment between Trainer and Pokémon. It’s another excellent example of the Trainer Gallery’s lifestyle-inspired artwork, and one that remains surprisingly affordable for such a beloved character.
5. Gengar (Trainer Gallery) – $34.70
Rarity: Trainer Gallery
Card Number: #TG06/T30
Kicking off the top five on our list of Lost Origin chase cards is one of the most beloved Pokémon of all time, Gengar in Trainer Gallery form. This card depicts Gengar playfully integrated into a scene with primitive Trainers preparing dinner and hanging laundry, giving the artwork a humorous and charming aesthetic that perfectly fits Gengar’s mischievous personality
4. Pikachu (Trainer Gallery) – $80.33
Rarity: Trainer Gallery
Card Number: #TG16/TG30
Next up is another Pikachu, this time featuring the iconic Red in classic Trainer Gallery style. The artwork captures Red on his journey to become a Pokémon Master, accompanied by the most recognizable partner Pokémon of all time. It’s no surprise that this card ranks highly among the top Lost Origin chase cards.
3. Pikachu VMAX (Trainer Gallery) – $82.53
Rarity: Trainer Gallery
Card Number: #TG17/TG30
Taking the number three spot is our final Trainer Gallery card, and our final Pikachu on the list. This card once again features Red, but this time Pikachu appears in its Gigantamax form, radiating a new level of power befitting the franchise’s most iconic mascot.
2. Aerodactyl V (Alternate Art) – $180.28
Rarity: Alternate Art
Card Number: #180/196
Taking the number two spot on our list is Aerodactyl V. This stunning card showcases the Gen 1 Fossil Pokémon soaring over a prehistoric landscape teeming with other Fossil Pokémon, perfectly capturing the primal power and grandeur of the era it represents.
1. Giratina V (Alternate Art) - $628.42
Rarity: Alternate Art
Card Number: #186/196
The top spot on our list of Lost Origin chase cards belongs to Giratina V, illustrated by the incredible Shinji Kanda. As the Pokémon of antimatter, this card’s artwork embodies the dark, swirling void it rules, an abstract and haunting depiction that perfectly captures Giratina’s otherworldly nature.
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Final Thoughts
Whether you're looking to collect all of the top Lost Origin hits or focusing on the Trainer Gallery cards, Lost Origin has incredible, yet affordable hits as well as top chase cards that will likely remain timeless. Either way the top Lost Origin chase cards have a little something for everyone.
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