Hisuian Samurott VSTAR Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Hisuian Samurott VSTAR from the Astral Radiance set is a Rare Rainbow card with a robust 270 HP. It features the striking VSTAR Power Moon Cleave Star and the powerful attack Merciless Blade. This card is numbered 197 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: VSTAR
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: F
• Evolves From: Hisuian Samurott V

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Astral Radiance set, card number 197. It is a Rare Rainbow variant, which typically features a shimmering foil treatment that enhances its collector appeal.

Variants & Identifiers

• No known print variants for this card.
• Identified by set code: swsh10-197, with the unique VSTAR subtype.
• VSTAR Power — Moon Cleave Star: places 4 damage counters on an opponent’s Pokémon once per game.
• Attack — Merciless Blade: 110 damage, plus an additional 110 if the opponent’s Active Pokémon already has damage counters.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• Follows the VSTAR rule: when your Pokémon VSTAR is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• It is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the Rare Rainbow foil and vibrant artwork, store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a magnetic case for added protection, especially when displaying or transporting the card.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Astral Radiance: Includes Hisuian Samurott VSTAR as a powerful Darkness-type VSTAR card with a Rare Rainbow rarity; its unique VSTAR Power and strong attack make it a notable highlight in the set.