Honchkrow V Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Honchkrow V from the Brilliant Stars set is a Rare Holo V card with 200 HP. It features the Ability Boss Pockets and the attack Fearsome Shadow. This striking card is numbered 88 in the set.

Quick Facts

set_name	release_date	number	rarity	hp	illustrator
Brilliant Stars		88	Rare Holo V	200	PLANETA Mochizuki

• 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

This guide focuses on the Honchkrow V card from the Brilliant Stars set, identified as card number 88. It is a Rare Holo V with no known alternate printings or special variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this exact Honchkrow V printing. Key identifiers include its card ID “swsh9-88,” the Brilliant Stars set code “swsh9,” and the distinctive artwork by PLANETA Mochizuki.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Boss Pockets lets Honchkrow V hold up to four Pokémon Tools, opening flexible lines of play.
• Fearsome Shadow applies pressure by dealing damage and revealing the opponent’s hand, disrupting planning.
• As a Pokémon V, it follows the standard V rule, trading power for the risk of giving up 2 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

• Sleeve the card immediately to preserve the rare holo finish and artwork detail.
• Store away from direct sunlight and moisture; avoid bending or scratching.
• Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with side-loading pockets for transport or display.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Brilliant Stars: Honchkrow V debuts as a powerful Darkness-type Basic V Pokémon with a unique Ability that enhances tool attachment flexibility and a strong attack that reveals the opponent’s hand. Its rare holo V status and striking artwork make it a notable addition to the set.

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Honchkrow V Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Honchkrow V from Brilliant Stars is a Rare Ultra Basic Pokémon V with 200 HP. It showcases the Boss Pockets Ability and the Fearsome Shadow attack, making card number 161 a standout pull for collectors.

Quick Facts

set_name	release_date	number	rarity	hp	illustrator
Brilliant Stars		161	Rare Ultra	200	PLANETA Mochizuki

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic,V
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Ability: Boss Pockets — Allows up to 4 Pokémon Tools attached; if lost, discard until only 1 remains
• Attack: Fearsome Shadow — Deals 130 damage and forces opponent to reveal their hand
• V Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards

Key Printings

Focuses on the Brilliant Stars printing of Honchkrow V (card 161), a Rare Ultra featuring Boss Pockets and the Fearsome Shadow attack.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants. Identified by set code “swsh9-161” and regulation mark “F.” Card image: /images/swsh9/swsh9-161.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Follows the standard V rule: if Honchkrow V is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

Use a protective sleeve, avoid sunlight and moisture, and prevent bending or scratches to preserve condition and artwork.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Brilliant Stars: Introduced Honchkrow V with an Ability that allows multiple Pokémon Tools, expanding strategic options. The set highlights high HP and impactful attacks for Darkness-type Pokémon.

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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

set_name	release_date	number	rarity	hp	illustrator
Brilliant Stars		162	Rare Ultra	200	zig

• 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.

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