Question 1

What is the current market value of Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #197?

Accepted Answer

Latest market snapshots place Hisuian Samurott VSTAR in Astral Radiance at roughly $7.50. The 7-day delta remains near neutral at +0.9%. That is close to the 30-day average of $7.47. The 90-day window shows a floor near $6.68 and a peak around $7.68 (13% total spread), which maps to low-volatility movement. This version is categorized as Rare Rainbow.

Question 2

Is Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #197 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Current valuation lens: Over the last 7 days, prices have remained stable at +0.9%, indicating a consolidation phase over sudden breakouts. Observed 90-day bounds of $6.68 and $7.68 create a 13% band, matching a low-volatility profile. Current value remains close to its 30-day mean ($7.47). Top-grade copies show substantial separation from raw: PSA 10 is pricing +473% above the current raw benchmark. PSA 9 is currently around $16.06, while PSA 10 is $42.96.

Question 3

What is Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #197 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 2022, Astral Radiance introduced this print of Hisuian Samurott VSTAR. Core profile: Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare Rainbow. Printed HP is 270. Energy typing is Darkness. Hisuian Samurott VSTAR evolves from Hisuian Samurott V. Printed card effect: VSTAR rule: When your Pokémon VSTAR is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards. This card has the following ability: "Moon Cleave Star". Attack line includes "Merciless Blade". Grass weakness applies to this print. The retreat cost for this card is 2. This rarity tier generally sits in premium chase segments relative to base rarities.

Question 4

What are the alternative Hisuian cards available?

Accepted Answer

Collectors tracking Hisuian Samurott VSTAR often benchmark it against other Hisuian cards. This comparison sample includes 3 alternatives across 2 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $1.50 and $13.54 (803% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($8.08), this card is -7%. Notable alternatives include Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #GG52 (Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery) at $13.54, Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #102 (Astral Radiance) at $1.50, and Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #209 (Astral Radiance) at $9.20.

Question 5

What set is Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #197 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Release year for Astral Radiance is 2022. It belongs to the Sword & Shield series. With 216 listed cards, this is a large set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 4 years old and sits in a modern-era collecting window. Within this set, Hisuian Samurott VSTAR is card number 197 with a Rare Rainbow designation.

Hisuian Samurott VSTAR #197

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