Whimsicott – Brilliant Stars (#175)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Whimsicott (#175) is a Rare Rainbow card from Sword & Shield - Brilliant Stars released in 2022. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Trick Wind attack (160 damage), During your opponent's next turn, they can't play any Pokémon Tool or Special Energy cards from their hand.. TCGplayer market price sits around $5.85, Cardmarket average sale is €3.47, Floor listings start near €0.90.
- TCGplayer market price: $5.85
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.18
- Recent low listing: €0.90
Card Details
- Set
- Brilliant Stars
- Card Number
- 175
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Rainbow
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 250
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Trick Wind
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
— 160
During your opponent's next turn, they can't play any Pokémon Tool or Special Energy cards from their hand.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (53.3 per energy). -
Fluffball Star
[Psychic]
This attack does 60 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon for each Energy attached to this Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) (You can't use more than 1 VSTAR Power in a game.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Whimsicott from Brilliant Stars (Rare Rainbow) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Whimsicott 175 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Whimsicott's Trick Wind deals 160 damage for Psychic + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, they can't play any Pokémon Tool or Special Energy cards from thei...
Stats Overview: 250 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Metal ×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 #175 ← Current | 250 | 2 attacks | Rare Rainbow | $5.85 |
�📦 Brilliant Stars Set Context
This Whimsicott is part of the Brilliant Stars expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022. As a Rare Rainbow card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Whimsicott 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 Brilliant Stars are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Whimsicott 175 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 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Rainbow card, this Whimsicott is among the premium chase cards from Brilliant Stars. 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: Brilliant Stars represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Whimsicott 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 Whimsicott 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Whimsicott works best in Psychic 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.