With SWSH9 - Brilliant Stars, the Pokémon TCG expands the Sword & Shield era with a sparkling and tactically innovative set. This expansion, released on February 25, 2022 , introduces the powerful Pokémon VSTAR for the first time, bringing a fresh twist to the game for both collectors and competitive players.

Key features of Brilliant Stars:

• Innovative Mechanics: Brilliant Stars marks the introduction of Pokémon VSTAR , a new evolution of Pokémon V featuring unique VSTAR Powers that may only be used once per game—perfect for strategic twists.
• Expanded Card Set: The set includes 172 main cards and 30 additional cards in the special Trainer Gallery subset , filled with full-art cards that beautifully showcase the relationships between Trainers and their Pokémon.
• Popular and Legendary Pokémon: Brilliant Stars features brilliant versions of fan-favorites like Charizard VSTAR , Arceus VSTAR , Shaymin , and Whimsicott , with powerful attacks and abilities that impact both gameplay and your collection.

Brilliant Stars takes you on a celestial journey centered around Arceus, combining tactics and visual spectacle. Thanks to the new VSTAR mechanic and impressive Trainer Gallery cards, this set is an essential addition for every Pokémon TCG collector and player.