Raikou V Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Raikou V from the Brilliant Stars set is a Rare Holo V card numbered 48. It has 200 HP, the Fleet-Footed ability, and the Lightning Rondo attack.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: swsh9-48
• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic,V
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Regulation Mark: F
• Evolves From: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Sword & Shield Brilliant Stars expansion. It is a Basic Pokémon card with:

• Ability — Fleet-Footed: Once during your turn, if Raikou V is Active, you may draw a card.
• Attack — Lightning Rondo: Deals 20 base damage plus 20 more for each Benched Pokémon on either side, making it strong in bench-heavy matchups.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “swsh9” and card number 48. The card’s rarity is Rare Holo V, and it features the regulation mark “F,” which helps collectors and players identify its legality and rotation status.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card follows the standard V rule: when your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards. Its on-board draw and scaling damage with benched Pokémon make it a flexible option, though its exact tournament viability is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant holofoil and artwork by PLANETA Mochizuki, store Raikou V in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct 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 Raikou V as a powerful Lightning-type Basic Pokémon with a unique ability to draw cards and an attack that rewards bench presence. This set is known for its Rare Holo V cards and dynamic artwork styles.