Mothim – Brilliant Stars (#11)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mothim (#11) is a Rare card from Sword & Shield - Brilliant Stars released in 2022. It showcases artwork by Akira Komayama and the Raid attack (30+ damage), If this Pokémon evolved from Burmy during this turn, this attack does 90 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.15, Cardmarket average sale is €0.08, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.15
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.11
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Brilliant Stars
- Card Number
- 11
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Akira Komayama
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
Attacks & Strategy
-
Raid
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
If this Pokémon evolved from Burmy during this turn, this attack does 90 more damage. - Gust [Colorless, Colorless, Colorless] — 80
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mothim from Brilliant Stars (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Akira Komayama.
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 Mothim 11 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Mothim's Raid deals 30+ damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If this Pokémon evolved from Burmy during this turn, this attack does 90 more damage.
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brilliant Stars #11 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.15 |
�📦 Brilliant Stars Set Context
This Mothim is part of the Brilliant Stars expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Akira Komayama, 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 Mothim 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 Brilliant Stars are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Akira Komayama 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.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Mothim 11 was released in 2022 in the Brilliant Stars 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 Akira Komayama. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Brilliant Stars represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Mothim 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 Mothim 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: Mothim 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.