Many of Pokémon TCG’s VSTAR Universe cards will be worth a lot of money, for both competitive players and collectors alike. The set will celebrate the iconic battle mechanic introduced with the Sword and Shield series, VSTAR, along with various other popular cards that were released during the series’ duration and a few new additions. As is customary with any expansion, the rarest cards will be sold and bought for significant value.
With the collection already released in Japan, it is possible to speculate on which Pokémon TCG’s VSTAR Universe cards will be worth the most money. While the collection brings reruns of some of the most valuable Pokémon TCG cards of 2022, some of its highlights are the never-before-seen Secret Rare cards. These are especially rare cards, that have numbers higher than the expansion’s listed limit.
Secret Rare Trainer Cards Will Attract Pokémon TCG Players
Though usually not as popular as actual Pokémon cards, Trainer cards - when Secret Rare and alternative art are factored in - can be extremely valuable. This is especially true when the featured Trainer is beloved among players. VSTAR Universe, as pointed out by Cynthia, an infamous fight from Diamond and Pearl, is one of the best Pokémon Champions and she is universally loved, while Elesa and Melony also left an impression on the franchise’s fans over the years, which would explain why they will likely be some of Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe’s most expensive cards.
Popular Pokémon With Alternative Art Will Likely Be Valuable In VSTAR Universe
Moving over to actual Pokémon, a few fan-favorite creatures will be featured in the expansion, and their Secret Rare VSTARs will probably be some of Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe’s costlier cards. Some of the most noteworthy ones are Lucario VSTAR, Zeraora VSTAR, and the recently introduced Hisuian Zoroark VSTAR cards. The two former Pokémon have been on Trainers’ radars for years, but Hisuian Zoroark was released with Pokémon Legends: Arceus in 2022 and quickly became a beloved Pokémon.
Their card designs and artwork are especially unique and worthy of collectors’ attention, so will likely constitute part of Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe’s most coveted cards. Some other cards that fit into this category, but will probably be worth less money, are Zacian V, Zamazenta V, Hisuian Samurott V, Hisuian Goodra, Latias, Darkrai VSTAR, Diancie, and Thievul - all of which are Secret Rares.
Legendary Beasts’ Alternative Art VSTAR Universe Cards Are Beautiful
Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe will also see the return of the Legendary Beast trio - Entei, Raikou, and Suicune. Although there are normal arts for each of these creatures, Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe has Secret Rares for them, which are even more valuable. With exquisite artwork, they stand out, and the Secret Rare Raikou V alternative art card is one of the most beautiful ones in the whole set. The Legendary Beasts are also fan-favorite Pokémon, which will likely grant these alternative cards the status of Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe’s most expensive cards once the expansion is released.
Legendary Bird Prices Will Soar In Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe
Much like the trio of Legendary Beasts, the trio of Legendary Birds - more specifically, the Galarian forms of the Legendary Birds - will also be valuable. While there are ordinary versions of the cards in the set, the alternative art Secret Rares will definitely be worth more. The Legendary Galarian Birds introduced in Pokémon Crown Tundra have appealing cards which will be worth the hunt. Despite being some of Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe’s costlier cards, they are not worth more because they are not V, VMax, or VSTAR cards.
Charizard & Mewtwo Duel In Two Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe Cards
There are two cards in Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe that are likely to be worth a lot of money because of their ensemble design. Both Charizard VSTAR and Mewtwo VSTAR have listed cards in the set, which alone will be fairly expensive, but their alternative arts are so impressive that they will likely be some of the most valuable. The alt-art Charizard VSTAR and Mewtwo VSTAR show the Generation 1 Pokémon dueling, each one from a different perspective of the same battle.
These were some of the first revealed Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe cards. Because of their artwork and their group design, these will likely cost a lot of money in Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe’s set. This is especially true for players and collectors who grab one and are in search of the other one to complete it.
A Charizard Bonanza Is Set For Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe
Along with the alternative art Charizard VSTAR, the listed and Ultra Rare Charizard VSTAR will probably be worth a decent amount of money in Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe. The card is a replica of Brilliant Stars' Charizard VSTAR, which was already worth some money. Despite its increased presence in players’ hands, rare Charizard cards hardly ever lose too much value - even those that are more common seem to cost more than any other Pokémon.
In Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe, costly Charizard cards will be abundant. Aside from both versions of Charizard VSTAR, which are among the most expensive Charizard cards in Pokémon TCG Brilliant Stars, the set will have a listed Charizard V, a promo Charizard V, and a Radiant Charizard. While some may be worth less than expected at launch, Charizard cards do gain value over time, so it might be a good idea to hold on to any obtained ones.
Arceus & The Creation Trio Form The Best Ensemble Of Cards In Sword & Shield Series
Although Charizards are usually the most expensive cards in any Pokémon TCG set, Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe’s costliest cards are likely to be the very special and rare alternative art Secret Rare versions of the Creation Trio and Arceus. Like Charizard VSTAR and Mewtwo VSTAR, these four cards are a whole ensemble. Despite not actually being a V-Union card, their artworks complement each other and form a unique and formidable piece by Akira Egawa.
Having all four will easily be more expensive than acquiring Charizard's VMax Shiny card from Pokémon TCG's Shining Fates expansion. Merely one of these cards will likely be worth hundreds of dollars. If players are lucky enough to pull one of these from a booster, they should lock it up and protect it at all costs.
Pokémon TCG VSTAR Universe will be filled with cards that are worth a lot of money. The collection seems promising from what was already released in Japan and will bring an epic end to the Sword and Shield series. VSTAR Universe is the last set in the series before Pokémon TCG initiates the Scarlet and Violet series, to keep up with the recently launched Nintendo Switch games.
