Hisuian Samurott VSTAR Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Hisuian Samurott VSTAR from the Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery set is a Rare Holo VSTAR with 270 HP. Its Moon Cleave Star ability adds strategic depth, while Merciless Blade provides a potent damage spike. Numbered GG52, it stands out for its dynamic design and solid stats.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: VSTAR
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Ability: Moon Cleave Star (place 4 damage counters on an opponent’s Pokémon once per game)
• Attack: Merciless Blade (110+ damage, does 110 more if opponent’s Active Pokémon already has damage counters)
• VSTAR Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards

Key Printings

This exact printing is card number GG52 from the Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery subset of the Sword & Shield series. It is a Rare Holo VSTAR featuring artwork by Shibuzoh. The card evolves from Hisuian Samurott V and carries regulation symbol F.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by set code swsh12pt5gg-GG52 and the illustration credited to Shibuzoh. The card’s official market reference query is “Hisuian Samurott VSTAR Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery GG52.”

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• The VSTAR rule applies, meaning if Hisuian Samurott VSTAR is knocked out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the rare holo finish and artwork, store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Prevent bending or scratching by using rigid top loaders or binders designed for premium cards.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery: Includes Hisuian Samurott VSTAR as a Rare Holo VSTAR, showcasing powerful Darkness-type Pokémon with unique VSTAR abilities and attacks. The set focuses on Galarian forms and features high-quality artwork by notable illustrators like Shibuzoh.