Rapid strike style mustard – Battle Styles (#176)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Rapid strike style mustard (#176) is a Rare Rainbow card from Sword & Shield - Battle Styles released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Naoki Saito. TCGplayer market price sits around $4.10, Cardmarket average sale is €5.01, Floor listings start near €2.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.10
- Cardmarket trend price: €4.90
- Recent low listing: €2.99
Card Details
- Set
- Battle Styles
- Card Number
- 176
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Rainbow
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoki Saito
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Rapid strike style mustard from Battle Styles (Rare Rainbow) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoki Saito.
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. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Rapid strike style mustard 176 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Styles #176 ← Current | N/A | 0 attacks | Rare Rainbow | $4.10 |
�📦 Battle Styles Set Context
This Rapid strike style mustard is part of the Battle Styles expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021. As a Rare Rainbow card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoki Saito, 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 Rapid strike style mustard card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Rainbow cards from Battle Styles are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Naoki Saito resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Rapid strike style mustard 176 was released in 2021 in the Battle Styles 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 Naoki Saito. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Rainbow card, this Rapid strike style mustard is among the premium chase cards from Battle Styles. Rainbow Rare cards feature the distinctive rainbow foil pattern that has become iconic in modern Pokémon TCG. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Battle Styles represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Rapid strike style mustard card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Draw support & consistency cards