Vespiquen – Astral Radiance (#12)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Vespiquen (#12) is a Rare card from Sword & Shield - Astral Radiance released in 2022. It showcases artwork by Yuya Oka and the Honey Rush attack (60× damage), Reveal any number of Sweet Honey cards from your hand. This attack does 60 damage for each card you revealed in this way.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.13, Cardmarket average sale is €0.08, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.13
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.10
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Astral Radiance
- Card Number
- 12
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yuya Oka
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Honey Rush
[Grass]
— 60×
Reveal any number of Sweet Honey cards from your hand. This attack does 60 damage for each card you revealed in this way.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (60.0 per energy). - Pierce [Grass, Colorless, Colorless] — 90
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Vespiquen from Astral Radiance (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yuya Oka.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Vespiquen 12 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Vespiquen's Honey Rush deals 60× damage for Grass energy. Special effect: Reveal any number of Sweet Honey cards from your hand. This attack does 60 damage for each card you ...
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astral Radiance #12 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.13 |
�📦 Astral Radiance Set Context
This Vespiquen is part of the Astral Radiance expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yuya Oka, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Vespiquen card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare cards from Astral Radiance are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yuya Oka resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Astral Radiance
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Vespiquen 12 was released in 2022 in the Astral Radiance expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Yuya Oka. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Astral Radiance represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Vespiquen with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Vespiquen card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Vespiquen works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.