Arceus v – Brilliant Stars (#165)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Arceus v (#165) is a Rare Ultra card from Sword & Shield - Brilliant Stars released in 2022. It showcases artwork by N-DESIGN Inc. and the Trinity Charge attack, Search your deck for up to 3 basic Energy cards and attach them to your Pokémon V in any way you like. Then, shuffle your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $5.54, Cardmarket average sale is €6.96, Floor listings start near €3.25.
- TCGplayer market price: $5.54
- Cardmarket trend price: €8.62
- Recent low listing: €3.25
Card Details
- Set
- Brilliant Stars
- Card Number
- 165
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 N-DESIGN Inc.
- HP
- 220
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Trinity Charge
[Colorless, Colorless]
Search your deck for up to 3 basic Energy cards and attach them to your Pokémon V in any way you like. Then, shuffle your deck. -
Power Edge
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 130
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (43.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Arceus v from Brilliant Stars (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator N-DESIGN Inc..
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 Arceus v 165 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Arceus v's Trinity Charge for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Search your deck for up to 3 basic Energy cards and attach them to your Pokémon V in any way you lik...
Stats Overview: 220 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brilliant Stars #165 ← Current | 220 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $5.54 |
�📦 Brilliant Stars Set Context
This Arceus v is part of the Brilliant Stars expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by N-DESIGN Inc., 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 Arceus v 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 Ultra cards from Brilliant Stars are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by N-DESIGN Inc. resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Arceus v 165 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 N-DESIGN Inc.. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Arceus v is among the premium chase cards from Brilliant Stars. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Brilliant Stars represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Arceus v with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Arceus v 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
- Pair with Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Arceus v works best in Colorless type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. 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.