Series: Sword & Shield
Release Date: February 25, 2022
Set Abbreviation: BRS
Pokémon Brilliant Stars is the set that introduced VSTAR cards, and the Charizard V Alternate Art still leads it. Here are the top 10 Brilliant Stars hits and chase cards, ranked by current market value, with main set and Trainer Gallery cards together.
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10. Charizard V - $32.08
Set: Sword & Shield: Brilliant Stars
Card Number: 153/172
Rarity: Ultra Rare
Our first, but not our last, Charizard. This is the regular full art, with Charizard roaring in front of a bright teal and white burst of light. It's loud and simple, and it's the easiest way to add a Brilliant Stars Charizard to your collection.
9. Arceus V - $60.40
Set: Sword & Shield: Brilliant Stars
Card Number: 166/172
Rarity: Alternate Art Ultra Rare
Arceus stands above a sea of clouds with its golden ring glowing behind it. Arceus is the mascot of Brilliant Stars, and its VSTAR was one of the top decks of the era. This Alternate Art is the one collectors pick when they want the set's cover Pokémon.
8. Sylveon VMAX - $65.54
Set: Sword & Shield: Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery
Card Number: TG15/TG30
Rarity: Trainer Gallery Ultra Rare
Sylveon floats through a cloud of pink and white ribbons with its trainer riding along. It's soft, bright, and very pink. Sylveon is the Fairy-type Eevee evolution, and the Eevee crowd shows up for every one of these cards.
7. Charizard VSTAR - $67.42
Set: Sword & Shield: Brilliant Stars
Card Number: 174/172
Rarity: Rainbow Rare
Charizard goes full rainbow on this VSTAR, and it looks like a sunrise on wings. It's our second Charizard. VSTAR was a brand-new card type in Brilliant Stars, so this is one of the first big VSTAR chase cards ever.
6. Umbreon V - $71.26
Set: Sword & Shield: Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery
Card Number: TG22/TG30
Rarity: Trainer Gallery Ultra Rare
Umbreon sits in a bright, glass-walled room with its trainer leaning close beside it. It's a calm card with a lot of light, which is an unusual look for a Dark-type. Our first Umbreon, and a big one is coming up at #2.
5. Sylveon V - $73.12
Set: Sword & Shield: Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery
Card Number: TG14/TG30
Rarity: Trainer Gallery Ultra Rare
Now we're getting into the real chase cards for Brilliant Stars. Megumi Mizutani drew Sylveon cuddled up to a dark-haired trainer, with soft pink and blue colors all over the card. It sells for more than its own VMAX at #8, which is a little surprising.
4. Mimikyu VMAX - $73.70
Set: Sword & Shield: Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery
Card Number: TG17/TG30
Rarity: Trainer Gallery Ultra Rare
Acerola jumps through a burst of confetti next to a giant Mimikyu VMAX, and everyone looks like they're having fun. It's a big change from the spooky Mimikyu card at #3. Acerola's Ghost-type team has been popular since Sun and Moon.
3. Mimikyu V - $81.90
Set: Sword & Shield: Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery
Card Number: TG16/TG30
Rarity: Trainer Gallery Ultra Rare
Acerola sits in a dim, spooky room with Mimikyu in its Pikachu costume right in front of her. It's a perfect Ghost-type scene. Mimikyu has a cult following, and this card sells for more than the VMAX version.
2. Umbreon VMAX - $99.84
Set: Sword & Shield: Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery
Card Number: TG23/TG30
Rarity: Trainer Gallery Ultra Rare
A huge Umbreon with glowing red eyes sits in front of a city skyline at night while its trainer relaxes on top. It's the second most valuable card in Brilliant Stars. Umbreon is one of the most popular Eevee evolutions of all time, so it's no surprise it lands this high.
1. Charizard V - $275.24
Set: Sword & Shield: Brilliant Stars
Card Number: 154/172
Rarity: Alternate Art Ultra Rare
The Charizard V Alternate Art is the undisputed top pull in Brilliant Stars. Charizard soars over a green valley with a Venusaur standing in the grass below. Charizard has been the king of Pokémon cards since Base Set, and this one is easily the most valuable card in the set.
Final Thoughts
Charizard leads Brilliant Stars by a mile, and the Trainer Gallery fills six of the ten spots, with Eeveelutions and Mimikyu at the top. If you liked this set, compare it with our Fusion Strike Top 10, or see how Umbreon does in the Evolving Skies Top 10.
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FAQ
What is the most valuable card in Brilliant Stars?
The most valuable card in Brilliant Stars is the Charizard V Alternate Art (154/172). The Trainer Gallery Umbreon VMAX (TG23/TG30) is second, and the Trainer Gallery Mimikyu V (TG16/TG30) is third.
What are the best cards in Brilliant Stars?
The best Brilliant Stars cards are the Charizard V Alternate Art, the Umbreon VMAX, and the Mimikyu V and VMAX from the Trainer Gallery. The rainbow Charizard VSTAR and the Arceus V Alternate Art are also popular chase cards.
What is a VSTAR card in Pokémon TCG?
A VSTAR is a stronger evolution of a Pokémon V that debuted in Brilliant Stars. Each VSTAR has a VSTAR Power you can use once per game. When it's Knocked Out, your opponent takes two Prize cards.
What is the Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery?
The Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery is a 30-card subset numbered TG01 to TG30 and pulled from Brilliant Stars packs. It has Eevee evolutions like Umbreon and Sylveon, plus Mimikyu with its trainer Acerola.
How many cards are in Brilliant Stars?
Brilliant Stars has 172 cards in the main set and 186 with all the secret rares, plus 30 Trainer Gallery cards. It released on February 25, 2022. Track your progress with the Rare Candy master set tracker.
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