2021-03-19 183 cards

Pokemon Battle Styles Set

A 183-card expansion introducing the Single Strike and Rapid Strike battle style system with Urshifu VMAX at the center.

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Battle Styles is a 183-card expansion released in March 2021, introducing the Single Strike and Rapid Strike battle style system. Cards are categorized into one of two styles: Single Strike (focused on raw power) or Rapid Strike (focused on versatility and spread). Urshifu VMAX headlines in both forms, each with a distinct playstyle and dedicated support cards.

Самые ценные карты

Urshifu VMAX Rapid Strike alternate art (#170) is the top pull at $30-50 near-mint. Urshifu VMAX Single Strike alternate art (#168) commands $25-40. Tyranitar V alternate art (#155) holds strong at $50-80 as a fan-favorite artwork. Karen's Conviction rainbow rare and Cheryl Full Art are $10-20 each.

Советы по завершению

Battle Styles introduced alternate art cards to the SWSH era, adding a premium collectible tier. The set splits into Single Strike (red) and Rapid Strike (blue) categories, making it natural to collect by style. The Tyranitar V alternate art is the sleeper chase card that rivals Urshifu in value.

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Battle Styles cards include style-specific logos (Single Strike fist, Rapid Strike water) that affect deck building. The scanner identifies battle style affiliations on every card and helps sort your collection by style. It also distinguishes between standard and alternate art versions of the same card.

Часто задаваемые вопросы

Q1 What is the Battle Styles system?

Battle Styles divides cards into Single Strike (raw power, high damage) and Rapid Strike (versatile, spread damage) categories. Each style has dedicated support Trainer and Energy cards that only work with cards of the matching style.

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Q2 What are alternate art cards?

Alternate art (alt art) cards feature unique artwork different from the standard card version, often showing Pokemon in narrative or environmental scenes. They were introduced as a premium collectible tier in Battle Styles and became the most sought-after cards in the SWSH era.

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Q3 Which Urshifu VMAX is better for competitive play?

Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX was generally considered stronger competitively, with its G-Max Rapid Flow attack hitting two benched Pokemon for 120 each. Single Strike Urshifu VMAX hit harder in single shots with G-Max One Blow.

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Q4 Is the Tyranitar V alternate art really from Battle Styles?

Yes, the Tyranitar V alternate art (#155) is from Battle Styles and depicts Tyranitar rampaging through a city. Despite not being a VMAX card, its stunning artwork makes it one of the most valuable alternate arts in the SWSH era.

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