Pokemon Brilliant Stars Set
A 186-card expansion introducing the VSTAR mechanic and Trainer Gallery, headlined by the iconic Charizard VSTAR and Arceus VSTAR.
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3/5 to complete
Avg Card Value
$3
Market average
Top Card
Alternate Art Charizard VSTAR
$200+
Rarity Tier
Overview
Brilliant Stars is a 186-card expansion released in February 2022, introducing the VSTAR mechanic as an evolution beyond Pokemon V. VSTAR Pokemon feature a once-per-game VSTAR Power (attack or ability) and give up only 2 Prize cards, unlike the 3 from VMAX. The set also debuted the Trainer Gallery subset with character-focused artwork. Charizard VSTAR and Arceus VSTAR headline the set.
Most Valuable Cards
Charizard VSTAR rainbow rare (#174) is the flagship at $50-100+ near-mint. Arceus VSTAR gold secret rare (#184) commands $30-50. The Trainer Gallery Charizard V (TG13) is a sought-after character rare at $20-40. Lumineon V alternate art (#156) holds $30-50 with its beautiful aquatic scene. Umbreon VMAX Trainer Gallery (TG23) is another premium pull.
Cards from Brilliant Stars
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28 of 186 
Exeggcute
Exeggutor
Shroomish
Breloom
Magmortar
Prinplup
Luxray
Dedenne
Golett
Aggron VMAX
Druddigon
Drampa V
Kindler
Granbull V
Charizard VSTAR
Jolteon
Single Strike Urshifu VMAX
Rapid Strike Urshifu V
Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX
Umbreon V
Umbreon VMAX
Acerola's Premonition
Café Master
Gloria
Rapid Strike Style Mustard
Single Strike Style Mustard
Single Strike Urshifu VMAX
Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX
Frequently Asked Questions
01. What is the VSTAR mechanic?
VSTAR Pokemon evolve from Pokemon V and feature a VSTAR Power, either a powerful attack or ability usable once per game (total, not per card). They give up 2 Prize cards when knocked out, making them more balanced than 3-prize VMAX cards.
02. What is the Trainer Gallery in Brilliant Stars?
The Trainer Gallery (TG01-TG30) is a subset of 30 cards featuring Pokemon alongside their Trainers in character-focused artwork. These include character rare V cards and Full Art Supporters with unique narrative scenes.
03. Is Arceus VSTAR competitively relevant?
Arceus VSTAR was the most versatile competitive card in 2022, with its Starbirth VSTAR Power searching for any 2 cards from the deck. It paired with virtually any other attacker, making it the engine of multiple tier-1 decks.
04. How does Brilliant Stars compare to Evolving Skies?
Brilliant Stars is a more focused set with the VSTAR mechanic and Trainer Gallery adding structured collecting goals. While Evolving Skies has higher individual card values (Umbreon VMAX alt art), Brilliant Stars offers better value distribution across its chase cards.
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