Collector’s Guide: Unown VSTAR (Silver Tempest #199)

Unown VSTAR Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Unown VSTAR is a Rare Rainbow card from the Silver Tempest set, numbered 199. With 250 HP and the attack Tri Power, its vibrant rainbow foil makes it a notable addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
Silver Tempest 199 Rare Rainbow 250 PLANETA Mochizuki
  • Pokémon: Unown VSTAR
  • Stage: VSTAR (evolves from Unown V)
  • Type: Psychic
  • Weakness: Darkness ×2
  • Resistance: Fighting -30
  • Retreat Cost: 1
  • Regulation Mark: F
  • Set Code: swsh12
  • Series: Sword & Shield
  • Rarity: Rare Rainbow
  • Illustrator: PLANETA Mochizuki
  • Image URL: /images/swsh12/swsh12-199.jpg

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the single known printing of Unown VSTAR from the Silver Tempest set, numbered 199. It is a Rare Rainbow card, distinguished by its shimmering foil treatment and high HP. The artwork and VSTAR classification make it a standout in the Sword & Shield series.

Variants & Identifiers

No alternate print variants are documented for this card. Identification relies on the set code (swsh12), card number (199), rarity (Rare Rainbow), and illustrator credit (PLANETA Mochizuki). The card’s Psychic type and VSTAR subtype further aid in recognition.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
– The card features the VSTAR rule: when your Pokémon VSTAR is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
– It has two attacks: “Tri Power,” which deals 70 damage times the number of heads from flipping 3 coins, and “Star Cipher,” which grants an Ability changing all opponent Pokémon’s Weakness to Psychic without altering the amount.
– Note that only one VSTAR Power can be used per game.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the rare rainbow foil finish and vibrant artwork, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a magnetic case to prevent bending or surface scratches, and handle with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

  • Silver Tempest (swsh12): Introduced Unown VSTAR as a Rare Rainbow card with powerful VSTAR mechanics and a unique Psychic-type theme. The set is known for its visually striking cards and strategic gameplay elements.
  • Other sets and printings of Unown VSTAR are unknown or undocumented.

Unown VSTAR (Silver Tempest) #199

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Unown VSTAR (Silver Tempest) #199

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