Mewtwo V-UNION Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Mewtwo V-UNION is a striking Promo card from the SWSH Black Star Promos set, numbered SWSH162. This powerful Pokémon boasts 300 HP and features the ability Photon Barrier, alongside the attack Union Gain. Its design and mechanics make it a notable addition for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: swshp-SWSH162
• Type: Psychic
• Stage: V-UNION
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Darkness ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Set: SWSH Black Star Promos
• Regulation Mark: E
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing is a promo card from the SWSH Black Star Promos set, identified by the number SWSH162. It is a V-UNION stage card, which means it is part of a special mechanic requiring four different Mewtwo V-UNION cards to be combined from the discard pile to play.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by its card number SWSH162, promo rarity, and the illustrator AKIRA EGAWA. The card’s distinctive Psychic type, V-UNION subtype, and the SWSH Black Star Promos set code “swshp” help collectors verify authenticity.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

V-UNION rule:
– The V-UNION rule states that once per game during your turn, you combine 4 different Mewtwo V-UNION cards from your discard pile and place them onto your Bench.
– When your Pokémon V-UNION is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve.
• Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Avoid bending or exposure to moisture to maintain condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• SWSH Black Star Promos: This set includes special promotional cards like Mewtwo V-UNION, offering collectors unique and powerful Pokémon cards outside of regular expansions. The set is known for its striking promo artworks and exclusive mechanics such as V-UNION.