Hitmontop – Brilliant Stars (#72)

Hitmontop Pokémon card — Brilliant Stars #72, Uncommon
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Brilliant Stars expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Hitmontop (#72) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Brilliant Stars released in 2022. It showcases artwork by ryoma uratsuka and the Spinning Draw attack (20 damage), Draw a card.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.08, Cardmarket average sale is €0.04, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.08
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.04
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.04 (CM) $0.08 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Brilliant Stars
Card Number
72
Rarity
✨ Uncommon
Illustrator
🎨 ryoma uratsuka
HP
100
Type
✊ Fighting
Regulation Mark
Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
Weaknesses
Psychic ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Spinning Draw [Colorless] — 20
    Draw a card.
  • Cyclone Kick [Fighting, Fighting, Colorless] — 100
    💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Hitmontop from Brilliant Stars (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator ryoma uratsuka.

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 Hitmontop 72 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.

Key Attack: Hitmontop's Spinning Draw deals 20 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: Draw a card.

Stats Overview: 100 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Psychic ×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 #72 ← Current 100 2 attacks Uncommon $0.08

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�📦 Brilliant Stars Set Context

This Hitmontop is part of the Brilliant Stars expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by ryoma uratsuka, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Hitmontop card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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

  • Uncommon cards from Brilliant Stars are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by ryoma uratsuka resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Hitmontop 72 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 ryoma uratsuka. 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: Fighting type Pokémon like Hitmontop 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 Hitmontop card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fighting energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Hitmontop works best in Fighting 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.

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