Mawile VSTAR Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Mawile VSTAR from the Silver Tempest set is a Rare Holo VSTAR card numbered 71. It packs 260 HP, the ability Star Rondo, and the attack Sudden Eater—blending dependable stats with vivid design.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: VSTAR
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Evolves From: Mawile V
• VSTAR Rule: When your Pokémon VSTAR is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This guide covers the Mawile VSTAR card from the Sword & Shield Silver Tempest set, card number 71. It is a Rare Holo VSTAR variant with no known alternate printings or special editions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no listed print variants for this card. Identification relies on the set code “swsh12,” card number 71, and the distinctive holo VSTAR rarity. The card’s Psychic type and Star Rondo ability further distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Star Rondo enables bench switching that can disrupt opponents’ positioning.
• Sudden Eater deals 90+ damage if Mawile VSTAR moved from the Bench to the Active Spot that turn.
• The VSTAR rule means a knockout yields two Prize cards to the opponent, adding risk-reward tension.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holo finish and artwork by PLANETA Mochizuki, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use rigid top loaders or binders designed for rare holo cards to avoid bending or scratching.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Silver Tempest (swsh12): Features Mawile VSTAR as a Psychic-type VSTAR with a strategic bench-switching ability and a strong attack, enhancing both competitive and collector appeal.