Question 1

What is the current market value of Staryu #118?

Accepted Answer

Latest market snapshots place Staryu in Paldean Fates at roughly $4.83. Over the last 7 days it declined 7.3%. Versus its 30-day baseline of $4.98, this card is now 2.9% lower. The 90-day window shows a floor near $4.03 and a peak around $5.39 (28% total spread), which maps to moderate-volatility movement. This version is categorized as Shiny Rare.

Question 2

Is Staryu #118 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Market structure summary: The market retraced 7.3% this week, and current pricing sits 10% below its recent high watermark. With a 28% 90-day spread ($4.03-$5.39), this card currently tracks as moderate-volatility. Relative to the 30-day baseline ($4.98), pricing is near equilibrium. No consistent graded benchmark is available in this snapshot, so condition-adjusted pricing should be reviewed with active listings.

Question 3

What is Staryu #118 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 2024, Paldean Fates introduced this print of Staryu. The printed flavor text states: "Fish Pokémon nibble at it, but Staryu isn't bothered. Its body regenerates quickly, even if part of it is completely torn off." Core profile: Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Shiny Rare. Printed HP is 60. Energy typing is Water. This print is categorized under the Basic subtype. Notable move text references "Swift". 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 Staryu cards available?

Accepted Answer

A wider Staryu checklist helps contextualize this specific Staryu print. This comparison sample includes 6 alternatives across 5 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.14 and $13.81 (9764% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($3.84), this card is +26%. Notable alternatives include Staryu #65 (Base) at $1.21, Staryu #95 (Base Set 2) at $0.14, Staryu #23 (Next Destinies) at $0.23, and Staryu #122 (Legends Awakened) at $0.22.

Question 5

What set is Staryu #118 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Paldean Fates entered circulation in 2024. It belongs to the Scarlet & Violet series. The checklist contains 245 cards, placing it in a large expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 2 years old and still in a recent release window. Staryu (#118) is one of the Shiny Rare prints in this expansion.

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