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S6H Silver Lance booster box with Galarian Moltres V Alt Art and Ice Rider Calyrex VMAX

Released alongside S6K Jet-Black Geist on April 23, 2021, S6H Silver Lance (白銀のランス) is the Ice Rider half of Japan’s Crown Tundra dual release. But while sister set S6K got the Mitsuhiro Arita Shadow Rider VMAX, S6H hit collectors with something arguably more iconic: the Galarian Legendary Birds Alt Art trio. Galarian Moltres V Alt Art has become one of the most coveted S-series cards overall, trading at ¥58,000 ($411) and driving S6H boxes to ~¥45,000 in 2026 — 50% higher than S6K despite releasing on the same day.

This guide breaks down every reason to (or not to) buy a sealed S6H box: the Galarian bird chase cards, pull rates, EV math, 5-year price history, and why this set has quietly become one of the stronger Chilling Reign-era investment plays.

S6H Silver Lance: Set Overview

S6H is the ice-themed half of the S6 dual release. The name “Silver Lance” refers to Ice Rider Calyrex’s icy weapon — the ghostly spear it wields while mounted on Glastrier. But the set’s true value drivers are the three Galarian Legendary Birds (Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres), which each received a stunning Alt Art V treatment. Of these, Galarian Moltres V Alt Art by Shibuzoh. has emerged as the single most valuable card in the entire Chilling Reign era.

Set Code S6H
Japanese Name 白銀のランス (Hakugin no Lance)
English Source Partial source for Chilling Reign (swsh6)
Release Date April 23, 2021
Pack Configuration 30 packs / box, 5 cards / pack
MSRP ¥4,950 per box
Market Price (2026) ~¥45,000 (~$319)
Total Cards 83 (70 base + 13 secret rares)
Companion Set S6K Jet-Black Geist

S6H vs. S6K — The Galarian Birds Advantage

S6H and S6K released simultaneously with identical MSRPs but have diverged meaningfully in 2026 market value:

  • S6H Silver Lance: ¥45,000 — Galarian Birds Alt Art lineup
  • S6K Jet-Black Geist: ¥30,000 — Shadow Rider Calyrex focus

The 50% price premium on S6H reflects the strength of its Alt Art roster. S6H has four Alt Art V cards at $50+ each in the English market (Galarian Moltres, Slowking, Articuno, Zapdos), while S6K’s value is concentrated in fewer, lower-priced alt arts. S6H also benefits from the “legendary bird” collector appeal — these are Kanto-era legendaries with 25+ years of fan attachment, now reimagined as Galarian Gen VIII variants.

Top Cards in S6H Silver Lance

Galarian Moltres V Alt Art — The Crown Jewel

Galarian Moltres V Alt Art from S6H Silver Lance — artwork by Shibuzoh.

SA

Galarian Moltres V

~¥58,000 (~$411)

Pull rate: ~1/20 boxes (est.)

Shibuzoh.’s Galarian Moltres V Alt Art has become the defining chase card of S6H and one of the most celebrated alt arts of the entire Sword & Shield era. The illustration depicts the dark-type bird soaring through moonlit skies with purple-black flames trailing its wings — a dramatic reinterpretation of Moltres that captures Galarian variants’ sinister identity. At ¥58,000 ($411), it’s the headline card that drives S6H box demand.

Shibuzoh. is not one of the most prolific Pokémon card artists, which makes every Shibuzoh.-illustrated card carry inherent scarcity value. Galarian Moltres V Alt Art is considered the artist’s signature work and the card most associated with their style among collectors.

Galarian Slowking V Alt Art

Galarian Slowking V Alt Art from S6H Silver Lance — artwork by Tomokazu Komiya

SA

Galarian Slowking V

~¥24,000 (~$170)

Pull rate: ~1/20 boxes (est.)

Tomokazu Komiya’s Galarian Slowking V Alt Art captures the poison-psychic hybrid in a contemplative, shamanistic pose surrounded by swirling toxic particles. At ¥24,000 ($170), it’s the second-most valuable S6H card and a favorite among collectors drawn to Galarian Slowking’s unusual design — which draws from Alola’s Shellder-infused mythology applied to the Galar region.

Galarian Articuno V Alt Art

Galarian Articuno V Alt Art from S6H Silver Lance — artwork by Uta

SA

Galarian Articuno V

~¥18,000 (~$128)

Pull rate: ~1/20 boxes (est.)

Uta’s Galarian Articuno V Alt Art presents the psychic-type Galarian bird as a mystic aerial predator, with swirling psychic energy trails and a purple-black color palette matching the Galarian legendary trio aesthetic. At ¥18,000 ($128), it’s priced in line with its value as one-third of the legendary bird trio collectors want to complete.

Galarian Zapdos V Alt Art

Galarian Zapdos V Alt Art from S6H Silver Lance — artwork by Akira Komayama

SA

Galarian Zapdos V

~¥17,000 (~$121)

Pull rate: ~1/20 boxes (est.)

Akira Komayama’s Galarian Zapdos V Alt Art depicts the fighting-type bird mid-leap, emphasizing its unusual terrestrial nature (unlike its original electric-flying Kanto form). At ¥17,000 ($121), it rounds out the Galarian legendary bird trio — and together, Articuno + Zapdos + Moltres Alt Arts represent the core S6H collecting target at combined ¥93,000 ($659).

Ice Rider Calyrex VMAX Alt Art

Oswaldo KATO’s Ice Rider Calyrex VMAX Alt Art (~¥14,000 / $99) is the set’s namesake card — Calyrex mounted on Glastrier wielding the titular silver lance. Less valuable than the Galarian bird alt arts because Calyrex has less universal recognition than the Kanto legendary birds, but still an important chase for Crown Tundra collectors and ice-type enthusiasts.

Should You Buy S6H Silver Lance?

For Galarian Bird Collectors

S6H is the only source for all three Galarian legendary bird Alt Arts. If you’re collecting Galarian variants of Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres, this is mandatory. At combined singles cost of ~¥93,000 for the three alt arts, buying them directly is more efficient than opening boxes — but for the complete collecting experience, some prefer to hunt them from sealed product.

For Sealed Investors

S6H’s 8.6× appreciation trajectory (¥5,200 → ¥45,000) is among the strongest in the S-series outside of lottery-exclusive sets. The Galarian bird demand is fundamentally driven by long-term Kanto legendary nostalgia combined with the Galarian variant novelty, making it structurally durable. As sealed supply contracts, S6H has room for continued appreciation.

For Pack Openers

S6H’s 35% EV ratio is slightly below average but the upside is meaningful. A Galarian Moltres V Alt Art pull (¥58,000) returns 1.3× box cost — not massive, but one of the better single-card hits in the S-series. The multiple high-value alt arts also mean any SA pull is likely to return ¥15,000+ in value.

For Ice Rider Calyrex Collectors

S6H is the only source for Ice Rider Calyrex V and VMAX in all their alt art variants. For collectors who prefer Ice Rider (Glastrier mount) over Shadow Rider (Spectrier mount), S6H is the correct purchase — not S6K.

S6H Pull Rates & Box EV Breakdown

Rarity Cards in Pool Rate Per Box
SA Special Art 6+ (Ice Rider VMAX, Ice Rider V, Galarian Moltres/Articuno/Zapdos V, Galarian Slowking V) ~0.25 (1/4 boxes)
HR Hyper Rare VMAX rainbow + trainer HR ~0.20 (1/5 boxes)
UR Ultra Rare Gold items/energy ~0.10 (1/10 boxes)
SR Super Rare V cards + Melony, Peony, other trainers ~1-2 per box
RRR Triple Rare VMAX regular ~2 per box

Box EV Calculation

Category Rate/Box Avg Value EV
Galarian Moltres V Alt SA ~0.042 ¥58,000 ¥2,436
Galarian Slowking V Alt SA ~0.042 ¥24,000 ¥1,008
Galarian Articuno V Alt SA ~0.042 ¥18,000 ¥756
Galarian Zapdos V Alt SA ~0.042 ¥17,000 ¥714
Ice Rider Calyrex VMAX Alt SA ~0.042 ¥14,000 ¥588
Other SA (Ice Rider V, misc) ~0.042 ¥5,000 ¥210
HR Rainbow cards ~0.20 ¥3,000 ¥600
UR Gold cards ~0.10 ¥2,000 ¥200
SR cards (Melony, V SR, trainers) ~2 ¥1,800 ¥3,600
RR / RRR cards ~6 ¥500 ¥3,000
Other cards ¥1,500
Estimated Total EV ~¥14,612
Market BOX price ~¥45,000
EV / Cost ratio ~32%

The 32% EV ratio reflects a set where value is spread across multiple mid-tier chase cards. With 6+ SA cards sharing the ~25% total SA pull rate, no single card dominates the expected value — but the top 5 SA cards all exceed ¥14,000 in individual value, meaning any SA pull is meaningful. The variance on S6H is lower than S7R (where value concentrates in one mega-chase) but the ceiling is also lower.

S6H Price History: 5-Year Trajectory

S6H Silver Lance booster box price trend 2021-2026

S6H’s 8.6× appreciation is one of the stronger non-lottery S-series growth stories:

  • Apr 2021 (launch): ¥5,200 — near MSRP
  • Oct 2021: ¥6,000
  • Apr 2022: ¥8,500 — Galarian bird demand emerging
  • Oct 2022: ¥12,000
  • Apr 2023: ¥17,000 — international recognition of Moltres Alt Art
  • Oct 2023: ¥23,000
  • Apr 2024: ¥30,000
  • Oct 2024: ¥37,000
  • Apr 2026: ¥45,000 — current

The appreciation has been steady without major corrections. The fundamental driver (Galarian legendary bird collector demand) has held firm throughout the period, and the supply contraction typical of 5-year-old Japanese sets continues to support prices.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the top card in S6H Silver Lance?

Galarian Moltres V Alt Art (artist: Shibuzoh.) is the top card at approximately ¥58,000 ($411). The full Galarian legendary bird trio — Moltres, Slowking, Articuno, Zapdos alt arts — are all in the top 5 cards of the set, which is unusual for S-series sets that typically concentrate value in one or two cards.

Is S6H the same as English Chilling Reign?

No. S6H Silver Lance is one of two Japanese sources for English Chilling Reign (swsh6). The English set combined S6H (Ice Rider Calyrex + Galarian Birds side) and S6K Jet-Black Geist (Shadow Rider Calyrex side) plus some English-exclusive cards. Galarian Moltres, Slowking, Articuno, and Zapdos alt arts all originate specifically from S6H.

Why is S6H more expensive than S6K despite releasing the same day?

S6H (¥45,000) trades at a ~50% premium over S6K (¥30,000) because of the Galarian legendary birds lineup. S6H has five alt art cards above ¥14,000 each, while S6K concentrates value in fewer cards. The combined pull value of S6H’s top cards exceeds S6K’s by a significant margin, driving box price demand upward accordingly.

Is S6H worth buying at ¥45,000 in 2026?

S6H has a ~32% box EV ratio, meaning each box averages ~¥14,600 in card value against the ¥45,000 cost. The set has shown strong 8.6× appreciation from launch with no major corrections. For Galarian legendary bird collectors, S6H is mandatory. For sealed investors, the trajectory suggests continued appreciation. For ROI-focused buyers, individual alt arts are more efficient than opening boxes.

Who illustrated Galarian Moltres V Alt Art?

Shibuzoh. (the artist uses this stylized name). Their catalog of Pokémon card illustrations is relatively small, which makes each Shibuzoh.-illustrated card carry scarcity value. The Galarian Moltres V Alt Art is considered their signature work — a dramatic depiction of the dark-type bird soaring with purple-black flame trails against a moonlit sky.

What is the difference between Ice Rider Calyrex and Shadow Rider Calyrex?

Both Calyrex forms come from Pokémon Sword & Shield’s Crown Tundra DLC. Ice Rider Calyrex (featured in S6H Silver Lance) is mounted on Glastrier and wields an icy lance, making it an ice-type. Shadow Rider Calyrex (featured in S6K Jet-Black Geist) is mounted on Spectrier and is a psychic/ghost-type. The two forms received separate card treatments across the dual release.

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