Escavalier – Brilliant Stars (#101)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Escavalier (#101) is a Rare card from Sword & Shield - Brilliant Stars released in 2022. It showcases artwork by Nurikabe and the Pike attack (90 damage), This attack also does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.09, Cardmarket average sale is €0.09, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.09
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.09
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Brilliant Stars
- Card Number
- 101
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Nurikabe
- HP
- 120
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Miraculous Armor
This Pokémon takes 100 less damage from attacks from your opponent's Pokémon V (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
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Pike
[Metal, Colorless, Colorless]
— 90
This attack also does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Escavalier from Brilliant Stars (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Nurikabe.
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 Escavalier 101 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Escavalier's Pike deals 90 damage for Metal + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack also does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and R...
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Grass -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 #101 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.09 |
�📦 Brilliant Stars Set Context
This Escavalier is part of the Brilliant Stars expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Nurikabe, 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 Escavalier 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 Nurikabe resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Escavalier 101 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 Nurikabe. 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: Metal type Pokémon like Escavalier have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Escavalier 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Escavalier works best in Metal type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.