Hisuian Samurott VSTAR Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Hisuian Samurott VSTAR from Astral Radiance is a Rare Secret with a robust 270 HP. Featuring the Moon Cleave Star ability and the hard-hitting Merciless Blade attack, it combines sleek aesthetics with formidable gameplay potential—making it a standout collectible.

Quick Facts

• Evolves from: Hisuian Samurott V
• Type: Darkness
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• VSTAR Rule: When your Pokémon VSTAR is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Abilities & Attacks

• Ability — Moon Cleave Star: Once per game, place 4 damage counters on 1 of your opponent’s Pokémon.
• Attack — Merciless Blade: 110 damage, plus an additional 110 if the opponent’s Active Pokémon already has damage counters.

Key Printings

The key printing of Hisuian Samurott VSTAR is from the Astral Radiance set, identified by card number 209. This Rare Secret card is notable for its VSTAR subtype and the powerful Moon Cleave Star ability, which can strategically place 4 damage counters on an opponent’s Pokémon once per game. Its attack, Merciless Blade, deals 110 damage plus an additional 110 if the opponent’s Active Pokémon already has damage counters.

Variants & Identifiers

This exact printing does not have any known print variants. It is identified by the set code swsh10-209 and is part of the Sword & Shield series. The card’s regulation mark is F, and it features the Darkness type iconography prominently.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• The VSTAR rule applies, meaning knocking out this Pokémon grants the opponent 2 Prize cards.
• Its ability and attack synergy make it a tactical choice in gameplay, though official tournament legality is not confirmed.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain condition, store Hisuian Samurott VSTAR in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Rare Secret rarity, handle with clean hands and store in a rigid top-loader or binder to prevent edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Astral Radiance: Introduced Hisuian Samurott VSTAR as a Rare Secret card, showcasing a powerful Darkness-type VSTAR Pokémon with strategic abilities and a high HP pool. The set emphasizes dynamic VSTAR mechanics and visually striking designs by 5ban Graphics.