Question 1

What is the current market value of Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR #40?

Accepted Answer

Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR from Astral Radiance is currently trading around $1.22. Its 7-day movement is largely flat at +0.8%. That is close to the 30-day average of $1.21. In the past 90 days, observed prices ranged from $1.03 to $1.46 (35% spread), a moderate-volatility profile. Rarity classification for this copy is Rare Holo VSTAR.

Question 2

Is Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR #40 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Collector-focused market read: Over the last 7 days, prices have remained stable at +0.8%, indicating a consolidation phase over sudden breakouts. With a 35% 90-day spread ($1.03-$1.46), this card currently tracks as moderate-volatility. Current value remains close to its 30-day mean ($1.21). This sample does not include a stable graded benchmark, which means active listings remain the best condition-adjusted reference.

Question 3

What is Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR #40 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 2022, Astral Radiance introduced this print of Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR. Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare Holo VSTAR. Printed HP is 280. Energy typing is Water. This card evolves from Origin Forme Palkia 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: "Star Portal". The printed attacks highlight "Subspace Swell". The card has a weakness to Lightning. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Origin cards available?

Accepted Answer

A wider Origin checklist helps contextualize this specific Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR print. The current sample spans 4 comparable cards from 3 sets. Comparable prices currently cover $0.94-$1.48, a 57% band. Against the sample mean of $1.12, this card is +9%. Notable alternatives include Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR #192 (Astral Radiance) at $0.94, Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR #208 (Astral Radiance) at $0.94, Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR #GG67 (Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery), and Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR #SWSH254 (SWSH Black Star Promos) at $1.48.

Question 5

What set is Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR #40 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. In the Astral Radiance checklist, Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR occupies position #40 as a Rare Holo VSTAR card.

Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR #40

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