Pokemon Astral Radiance Set
A 216-card expansion featuring Origin Forme Sinnoh legendaries, Radiant Pokemon, and some of the most beautiful alternate art cards in the SWSH era.
Overview
Astral Radiance is a 216-card expansion released in May 2022, drawing from the Hisui region and Pokemon Legends: Arceus. The set introduces Radiant Pokemon (shiny cards limited to one per deck) and Origin Forme variants of Dialga and Palkia as VSTAR cards. The Trainer Gallery continues with Hisui-themed artwork, and the set contains some of the most critically acclaimed alternate art cards.
Most Valuable Cards
Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR alternate art (#195) leads at $40-70 near-mint. Origin Forme Dialga VSTAR alternate art (#196) commands $35-60. Machamp V alternate art (#172) is a surprise hit at $30-50 with its boxing gym artwork. Radiant Greninja is the competitive chase card. The Trainer Gallery Starmie V (TG13) is a hidden gem.
Cards from Astral Radiance
Completion Tips
Astral Radiance offers excellent alternate art quality at a mid-range price point. The Hisui theme gives the set a distinct identity. Radiant Pokemon are a fun, affordable subset to complete with 3 cards per set. Target the Dialga and Palkia alternate arts as the highlight pieces.
Scan with Pokex
Origin Forme Pokemon look different from standard Dialga and Palkia, but can be confused across sets. The scanner identifies Origin Forme variants specifically and distinguishes Astral Radiance Radiant Pokemon from similar shiny cards in other sets. It reads the Trainer Gallery character rares accurately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1 What are Radiant Pokemon?
Radiant Pokemon are shiny versions of non-V/VSTAR Pokemon with a special rainbow-bordered design. Each deck can include only one Radiant Pokemon. They have powerful abilities or attacks to compensate for their limited inclusion.
Q2 What is the Origin Forme for Dialga and Palkia?
Origin Forme Dialga and Palkia are alternate versions from Pokemon Legends: Arceus, featuring redesigned appearances closer to their mythological origins. In the TCG, they appear as VSTAR cards with unique VSTAR Powers.
Q3 Why is Radiant Greninja so popular?
Radiant Greninja's Concealed Cards ability lets you draw 2 cards by discarding an energy, making it one of the best draw support cards in the format. It appeared in most competitive decks from 2022-2024.
Q4 Is the Trainer Gallery in Astral Radiance different from Brilliant Stars?
Yes, the Astral Radiance Trainer Gallery (TG01-TG30) features Hisui-themed artwork with characters from Pokemon Legends: Arceus, while Brilliant Stars focused on Galar characters. Each set has unique Trainer Gallery art.
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