Pokemon Battle Styles Set
A 183-card expansion introducing the Single Strike and Rapid Strike battle style system with Urshifu VMAX at the center.
swsh5 Overview
Battle Styles is a 183-card expansion released in March 2021, introducing the Single Strike and Rapid Strike battle style system. Cards are categorized into one of two styles: Single Strike (focused on raw power) or Rapid Strike (focused on versatility and spread). Urshifu VMAX headlines in both forms, each with a distinct playstyle and dedicated support cards.
Most Valuable Cards
Urshifu VMAX Rapid Strike alternate art (#170) is the top pull at $30-50 near-mint. Urshifu VMAX Single Strike alternate art (#168) commands $25-40. Tyranitar V alternate art (#155) holds strong at $50-80 as a fan-favorite artwork. Karen's Conviction rainbow rare and Cheryl Full Art are $10-20 each.
Cards from Battle Styles
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Bellsprout
Weepinbell
Victreebel
Cacnea
Flapple V
Horsea
Electabuzz
Grumpig
Cubone
Sandaconda
Houndour
Aegislash
Bruno
Single Strike Scroll of Scorn
Empoleon V
Cheryl
Bruno
Cheryl
Korrina's Focus
Phoebe
Rapid Strike Style Mustard
Single Strike Style Mustard
Octillery
Houndoom
Exp. Share
Level Ball
Rapid Strike Energy
Single Strike Energy
Frequently Asked Questions
01. What is the Battle Styles system?
Battle Styles divides cards into Single Strike (raw power, high damage) and Rapid Strike (versatile, spread damage) categories. Each style has dedicated support Trainer and Energy cards that only work with cards of the matching style.
02. What are alternate art cards?
Alternate art (alt art) cards feature unique artwork different from the standard card version, often showing Pokemon in narrative or environmental scenes. They were introduced as a premium collectible tier in Battle Styles and became the most sought-after cards in the SWSH era.
03. Which Urshifu VMAX is better for competitive play?
Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX was generally considered stronger competitively, with its G-Max Rapid Flow attack hitting two benched Pokemon for 120 each. Single Strike Urshifu VMAX hit harder in single shots with G-Max One Blow.
04. Is the Tyranitar V alternate art really from Battle Styles?
Yes, the Tyranitar V alternate art (#155) is from Battle Styles and depicts Tyranitar rampaging through a city. Despite not being a VMAX card, its stunning artwork makes it one of the most valuable alternate arts in the SWSH era.
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