Full card list: VSTAR Universe card list → every card by number with rarity, individual card pages and in-stock PSA 10 prices.
Released on December 2, 2022, S12A VSTAR Universe (VSTARユニバース) is the final High Class Pack of the Sword & Shield era, and its VSTAR Universe chase cards are among the most celebrated in the Japanese Pokemon TCG. Known for its complete Art Rare (AR) lineup covering the entire generation and its stunning VSTAR UR cards, VSTAR Universe has become the benchmark for modern ripping experiences. With Giratina VSTAR UR at ¥30,000 ($187) and sealed boxes at ~¥31,333 ($196) as of July 2026 — nearly 6x the ¥5,500 MSRP — it has grown from the era’s best-value ripper into a fast-appreciating sealed collectible.
The October 7, 2026 update adds the chase-card table and refreshes our store listings and prices; the other facts in this article were last checked on July 31, 2026.
S12A VSTAR Universe Chase Cards: Set Overview
| Set Code | S12A |
|---|---|
| Japanese Name | VSTARユニバース (VSTAR Universe) |
| English Source | Crown Zenith (swsh12pt5) — partial |
| Release Date | December 2, 2022 |
| Pack Configuration | 10 packs / box, 10 cards / pack |
| MSRP | ¥5,500 per box |
| Market Price (2026) | ~¥31,333 (~$196) — July 2026 |
| Total Cards | 172+ (including AR, SAR, UR) |
S12A VSTAR Universe Chase Cards: Prices and Where We List Them
The roster below is the four VSTAR UR cards and six SAR cards from the official database, with the lowest SNKRDUNK asks seen on October 7, 2026 next to our listings.
| # | Card | Rarity | Lowest ask on SNKRDUNK (Oct 7, 2026) | Our listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Giratina VSTAR 261/172 | UR | PSA 10 ¥48,000; raw ¥27,000 | PSA 10 back order ¥54,183 (~$352) |
| 2 | Arceus VSTAR 262/172 | UR | PSA 10 ¥29,400; raw ¥9,500 | PSA 10 back order ¥35,625 (~$231) |
| 3 | Origin Forme Dialga VSTAR 260/172 | UR | PSA 10 ¥24,800; raw ¥9,999 | PSA 10 back order ¥29,991 (~$195) |
| 4 | Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR 259/172 | UR | PSA 10 ¥23,800; raw ¥9,900 | PSA 10 back order ¥27,458 (~$178) |
| 5 | Charizard VSTAR 212/172 | SAR | PSA 10 ¥27,000; raw ¥9,600 | PSA 10 back order ¥33,705 (~$219) |
| 6 | Mewtwo VSTAR 221/172 | SAR | PSA 10 ¥27,900; raw ¥8,999 | PSA 10 back order ¥33,750 (~$219) |
| 7 | Cynthia’s Ambition 239/172 | SAR | PSA 10 ¥28,000; raw ¥4,000 | PSA 10 back order ¥26,166 (~$170) |
| 8 | Charizard V 211/172 | SAR | PSA 10 ¥16,000; raw ¥5,000 | PSA 10 back order ¥20,500 (~$133) |
| 9 | Lucario VSTAR 226/172 | SAR | PSA 10 ¥12,900; raw ¥2,700 | PSA 10 back order ¥16,163 (~$105) |
| 10 | Leafeon VSTAR 210/172 | SAR | PSA 10 ¥11,690; raw ¥4,400 | PSA 10 back order ¥14,704 (~$95) |
Asking prices are SNKRDUNK lowest asks seen on October 7, 2026, not sale prices; our prices are the listed prices at the time of this update.
Giratina VSTAR UR — The Chase Card
Giratina VSTAR UR
~¥30,000 (~$187)
Giratina VSTAR UR is the crown jewel of VSTAR Universe, featuring the Distortion World legendary in a gold-textured finish. At ¥30,000 ($187), it’s both the most valuable card in the set and one of the most recognizable UR cards of the Sword & Shield era, with PSA 10 copies listing around ¥79,800. Its competitive relevance as a top-tier deck archetype adds play demand on top of collector value.
Arceus VSTAR UR
Arceus VSTAR UR
~¥16,000 (~$100)
Arceus VSTAR UR features the god-Pokemon in gold finish, representing the pinnacle of the VSTAR mechanic. At ¥16,000 ($100), Arceus was the defining deck engine of the Sword & Shield format, giving this card both playability and collector appeal.
Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR UR
Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR UR
~¥10,000 (~$63)
Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR UR completes the Sinnoh legendary trio alongside Giratina and Dialga. At ¥10,000 ($63), it was one of the strongest competitive cards in the format.
Other Notable Cards
Origin Forme Dialga VSTAR UR — ¥11,500 ($72). The time-controlling legendary in gold finish. Completing the Sinnoh trio of URs.
Art Rare (AR) set — VSTAR Universe includes a complete lineup of Art Rare cards featuring stylized illustrations of Pokemon across the Sword & Shield era. Individual ARs range from ¥300-¥3,000, but collectors prize the complete set. The AR Pikachu (#205) is particularly popular at ~¥3,000.
SAR (Special Art Rare) cards — Including Charizard VSTAR SAR (~¥14,000), Charizard V SAR (~¥5,500), Leafeon VSTAR SAR (~¥5,100), and others with full-art illustrations.
S12A Pull Rates & Box EV
The Pokémon Company does not publish pull rates. Because no official figures exist, this guide does not print per-box odds, an EV table or an EV ratio. Every sealed product carries variance, and the sealed box price includes the premium for untouched product.
Prices as of July 2026, based on SNKRDUNK secondary-market listings, except the October 7, 2026 asks in the chase-card table above.
Where to Buy S12A VSTAR Universe
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Authenticated sealed boxes and UR singles sourced directly from Japan.
FAQ
What are the chase cards in VSTAR Universe?
The VSTAR Universe chase cards are the four VSTAR URs: Giratina VSTAR (261/172), Arceus VSTAR (262/172), Origin Forme Dialga VSTAR (260/172) and Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR (259/172). On October 7, 2026, the lowest SNKRDUNK asks were PSA 10 ¥48,000 for Giratina and PSA 10 ¥29,400 for Arceus. Asks are not sale prices.
What are Art Rare (AR) cards in VSTAR Universe?
Art Rare (AR) cards in S12A VSTAR Universe are a complete collection of stylized Pokemon illustrations printed on textured holofoil stock. Unlike standard holographic cards, ARs feature unique artistic interpretations of each Pokemon. The full AR set has become a popular collecting goal, with the complete lineup exceeding ¥30,000 in value.
Is VSTAR Universe the best value High Class Pack?
Whether VSTAR Universe is the best-value High Class Pack depends on the price you pay. Its sealed box had appreciated to ~¥31,333 as of July 2026, and its ceiling card Giratina VSTAR UR (~¥30,000 / $187) then out-priced Shiny Star V’s Charizard VMAX SSR (~¥19,000 / $119). The Pokémon Company does not publish pull rates, so we print no EV ratio.
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