Honchkrow V Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Honchkrow V is a Rare Ultra card from the Brilliant Stars set, numbered 162. This Darkness-type Basic V has 200 HP, features the Ability Boss Pockets, and attacks with Fearsome Shadow for tactical disruption.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic, V
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Regulation Mark: F
• Rules: V rule applies—when this Pokémon V is Knocked Out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

The only known printing of Honchkrow V is from the Brilliant Stars expansion, card number 162. It is classified as a Rare Ultra, making it a desirable card for collectors focused on this set or Darkness-type Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card.

• Identifiers: set code swsh9-162, distinctive artwork by zig.
• Distinguishing traits: the Ability Boss Pockets and the attack Fearsome Shadow.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Ability — Boss Pockets: Allows up to four Pokémon Tools to be attached, enabling flexible builds.
• Attack — Fearsome Shadow: Costs two Darkness and one Colorless energy, deals significant damage, and reveals the opponent’s hand for strategic insight.
• V rule: Opponent takes 2 Prize cards when Honchkrow V is Knocked Out.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the card in a sleeve, keep it away from sunlight and moisture, and handle with clean hands. Given its Rare Ultra rarity, use a rigid top-loader or binder pages to prevent edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Brilliant Stars: Honchkrow V debuts as a powerful Darkness-type Basic V with a unique Ability that enhances tool attachment flexibility and a high-damage attack that disrupts opponents’ strategies. This set highlights its strategic potential and striking design.