Arceus VSTAR Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Arceus VSTAR from Brilliant Stars is a Rare Holo VSTAR with 280 HP, featuring the VSTAR Power Starbirth and the hard-hitting Trinity Nova attack. It is card number 123 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Card Number: 123
• Set: Brilliant Stars (swsh9)
• Stage: VSTAR (evolves from Arceus V)
• Type: Colorless
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: F
• Rules: When your Pokémon VSTAR is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from Sword & Shield—Brilliant Stars, identified by set code swsh9-123. It is a Rare Holo VSTAR notable for the VSTAR ability Starbirth, which lets you search your deck for up to 2 cards during your turn.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by number 123 in Brilliant Stars and carries regulation mark F. Illustrator: 5ban Graphics. The card image can be found at /images/swsh9/swsh9-123.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• According to the provided data, this card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited.
• VSTAR Rule: Knocking it out awards your opponent 2 Prize cards—a key strategic consideration.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the rare holo finish and 5ban Graphics artwork, store in a sleeve and keep away from sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Brilliant Stars (swsh9): Introduced Arceus VSTAR as a powerful Colorless-type VSTAR card with a strong ability and attack, enhancing deck search capabilities and energy acceleration. This set is known for its high-impact VSTAR cards and dynamic gameplay mechanics.