S5I Single Strike Master taux de tirage, Meilleures cartes et guide du coffret (2026)
Released on March 19, 2021 as half of the Japanese Battle Styles dual launch, S5I Single Strike Master (一撃マスター) introduced the dark-themed battle style mechanic and delivered what has become one of the most iconic Sword & Shield-era alt arts: Tyranitar V by HYOGONOSUKE, now trading at ¥78,000 ($553). Five years later, sealed S5I boxes sit at ~¥40,000 — an 8× appreciation driven almost entirely by that single card’s collector demand.
This guide covers the complete S5I picture: the Tyranitar chase card, the Single Strike Urshifu VMAX cards, pull rates, EV math, and how Single Strike Master differs from its sister set S5R Rapid Strike Master.
S5I Single Strike Master: Set Overview
| Set Code | S5I |
|---|---|
| Japanese Name | 一撃マスター (Ichigeki Master) |
| English Source | Partial source for Battle Styles (swsh5) |
| Release Date | March 19, 2021 |
| Pack Configuration | 30 packs / box, 5 cards / pack |
| MSRP | ¥4,950 per box |
| Market Price (2026) | ~¥40,000 (~$284) |
| Total Cards | 70 (base) + 15 secret rares |
| Companion Set | S5R Rapid Strike Master |
S5I vs. S5R — The Battle Styles Dual Release
S5I and S5R released simultaneously as complementary sets introducing the Battle Styles mechanic to the TCG. Single Strike Style emphasizes one-shot heavy damage attacks with dark/fire themes, while Rapid Strike Style favors multi-hit water/fighting attacks. The mechanic defined competitive play for the next year — and each set’s collector value has diverged based on card lineups rather than mechanical parity.
S5I’s headline is Tyranitar V Alt Art, widely considered one of the top 5 alt arts of the entire S-series era. Combined with Single Strike Urshifu VMAX Rainbow and Houndoom Gold Secret, S5I delivers a strong value proposition despite being a mid-era release.
Top Cards in S5I Single Strike Master
Tyranitar V Alt Art — The Crown Jewel
Tyranitar V
~¥78,000 (~$553)
Pull rate: ~1/20 boxes (est.)
HYOGONOSUKE’s Tyranitar V Alt Art is one of the most celebrated Pokémon card illustrations of the modern era. The artwork depicts Tyranitar mid-roar against a stormy desert landscape, with lightning and sandstone debris emphasizing the Pokémon’s raw power. The composition — low angle, dramatic lighting, kinetic dust — has become a reference point for what “alt art” can achieve in TCG illustration.
At ¥78,000 ($553), Tyranitar V Alt Art is the single highest-value card in S5I and one of the top 5 non-lottery S-series alt arts overall. HYOGONOSUKE is known for distinctive, manga-influenced illustration styles, and Tyranitar V represents their signature work in the Pokémon TCG catalog.
Single Strike Urshifu VMAX Rainbow
Single Strike Urshifu VMAX
~¥12,000 (~$85)
Pull rate: ~1/10 boxes (est.)
Kinu Nishimura’s Single Strike Urshifu VMAX Rainbow features the dark-fighting hybrid in a dramatic one-strike pose against a fiery red background. Nishimura is known for character-focused illustrations with strong manga influence, and this is one of the more visually striking VMAX Rainbow cards in the Sword & Shield era. At ¥12,000 ($85), it’s the primary VMAX chase card for Single Strike archetype collectors.
Houndoom Gold Secret (UR)
Houndoom
~¥8,500 (~$60)
Pull rate: ~1/10 boxes (est.)
The Houndoom Gold Secret Rare (UR in Japanese terminology) is a non-V Pokémon card printed in gold foil — a rare treatment for regular Pokémon. At ¥8,500 ($60), it’s one of the more valuable gold URs in S-series because Houndoom has strong collector affinity as a classic dark-type, and gold UR non-V cards are uncommon enough to carry premium.
Single Strike Urshifu V Alt Art
Single Strike Urshifu V
~¥6,500 (~$46)
Pull rate: ~1/16 boxes (est.)
kawayoo’s Single Strike Urshifu V Alt Art captures the Pokémon in a lightning-fast striking pose, emphasizing the single-strike style’s “one blow, finished” philosophy. At ¥6,500 ($46), it’s an accessible Alt Art V card and pairs naturally with the VMAX Rainbow version for Single Strike Urshifu collectors.
Should You Buy S5I Single Strike Master?
For Tyranitar Collectors
S5I is mandatory for Tyranitar collectors. HYOGONOSUKE’s alt art is the definitive modern Tyranitar card and one of the highest-profile non-V Pokémon featured in alt art treatment. At ¥78,000 as a single, it’s an investment piece — buying as a single is significantly cheaper than opening multiple boxes hoping to pull it.
For Battle Styles Completionists
Along with S5R Rapid Strike Master, S5I completes the Battle Styles era collection. Both sets are required to collect all Single Strike and Rapid Strike cards, and the competitive history of the Fusion Strike/Single Strike/Rapid Strike format makes both sets historically significant for Sword & Shield players.
For Pack Openers
S5I’s ~33% EV ratio is below average but the Tyranitar V Alt Art ceiling is meaningful. A single Tyranitar pull (¥78,000) returns nearly 2× box cost. Most openings will return ¥10,000-15,000 in cards, so expect negative EV without a headline hit.
S5I Pull Rates & Box EV Breakdown
| Rarity | Cards in Pool | Rate Per Box |
|---|---|---|
| SA Special Art | 4-5 (Tyranitar V, Single Strike Urshifu V, Houndoom V, etc.) | ~0.25 (1/4 boxes) |
| HR Hyper Rare | Urshifu VMAX Rainbow + Trainer HR | ~0.20 (1/5 boxes) |
| UR Ultra Rare | Houndoom Gold, Gold items | ~0.10 (1/10 boxes) |
| SR Super Rare | V cards + Trainers (Korrina’s Focus, etc.) | ~1-2 per box |
Box EV Calculation
| Category | Rate/Box | Avg Value | EV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyranitar V Alt SA | ~0.05 | ¥78,000 | ¥3,900 |
| Single Strike Urshifu V Alt SA | ~0.05 | ¥6,500 | ¥325 |
| Other SA | ~0.15 | ¥3,000 | ¥450 |
| Single Strike Urshifu VMAX Rainbow HR | ~0.10 | ¥12,000 | ¥1,200 |
| Other HR | ~0.10 | ¥2,000 | ¥200 |
| Houndoom Gold + Other UR | ~0.10 | ¥5,000 | ¥500 |
| SR cards | ~2 | ¥1,500 | ¥3,000 |
| RR/RRR | ~6 | ¥500 | ¥3,000 |
| Other cards | — | — | ¥1,000 |
| Estimated Total EV | ~¥13,575 | ||
| Market BOX price | ~¥40,000 | ||
| EV / Cost ratio | ~34% | ||
The 34% EV ratio places S5I in line with other Alt-Art-driven S-series sets. Tyranitar V Alt Art dominates the expected value calculation — if you pull it, you win dramatically; if you don’t, the box returns modest value across SR cards and other secret rares.
S5I Price History
- Mar 2021 (launch): ¥5,200 — near MSRP
- Sep 2021: ¥6,000
- Mar 2022: ¥8,000
- Sep 2022: ¥11,000 — Tyranitar V Alt Art recognition spreading
- Mar 2023: ¥16,000
- Sep 2023: ¥21,000
- Mar 2024: ¥27,000
- Sep 2024: ¥33,000
- Apr 2026: ¥40,000 — 7.7× from launch
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the top card in S5I Single Strike Master?
Tyranitar V Alt Art by HYOGONOSUKE is the top card at approximately ¥78,000 ($553). This card is widely considered one of the best alt art illustrations of the entire Sword & Shield era, featuring a dramatic storm-desert composition with Tyranitar mid-roar.
Is S5I the same as English Battle Styles?
No. S5I Single Strike Master is one of two Japanese sources for English Battle Styles (swsh5). The English set combined S5I (Single Strike side) and S5R Rapid Strike Master (Rapid Strike side) plus additional cards. Tyranitar V Alt Art, Single Strike Urshifu cards, and Houndoom Gold originate from S5I specifically.
Is S5I worth buying at ¥40,000?
S5I has a ~34% box EV ratio with value concentrated in Tyranitar V Alt Art (~1/20 box pull rate). Expected card value per box is approximately ¥13,500 against the ¥40,000 cost. For collectors who want Tyranitar V Alt Art, buying singles is more efficient than opening boxes. For sealed investors, S5I has shown steady 7.7× appreciation since launch.
Who is HYOGONOSUKE?
HYOGONOSUKE is a Japanese illustrator known for manga-influenced dynamic compositions in the Pokémon TCG. The Tyranitar V Alt Art from S5I Single Strike Master is widely considered their signature work, notable for the storm-desert composition and dramatic low-angle framing. HYOGONOSUKE’s catalog is small, making each illustration a premium collector item.
What is the Single Strike vs Rapid Strike mechanic?
Single Strike and Rapid Strike are two complementary battle style mechanics introduced in S5I and S5R. Single Strike emphasizes single-hit heavy damage attacks with dark/fire themes (Urshifu Single Strike form, Tyranitar, Houndoom). Rapid Strike favors multi-hit water/fighting attacks with different strategic focus. Both styles defined the competitive format in 2021-2022.
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