Market outlook
Stable Outlook 7/10
The market for Full Art cards from Battle Styles has stabilized after the initial surge post-release. Victini V Full Art holds steady demand due to its popularity but lacks the explosive growth potential of more iconic or rarer cards.
Next months. Next 3–6 months: Prices will remain stable with minor fluctuations based on grading trends and new auction activity.
Long term. 1–3 years: Moderate growth expected if the Sword & Shield era gains more historical significance, but likely capped by the card's lower rarity tier compared to Secret Rares.
History
Victini is a Mythical Pokémon introduced in Generation V (Pokémon Black and White, 2010). It is known as the 'Victory Pokémon' due to its legend of bringing success and victory to its allies. The 'V' designation indicates it is a Pokémon V, a powerful variant introduced in the Sword & Shield era, typically resembling a VMAX-capable form without being a VMAX itself. This card depicts Victini in its Pokémon V form with 190 HP and Fire-type attacks.
The Victini V Full Art card (number 144/163) was first released in the English Sword & Shield: Battle Styles set on March 19, 2021. The standard Victini V (number 021/163) was printed in the same set. A Japanese variant (012/070) appeared in the Rapid Strike Master set, released later in 2021.
- This is a Full Art Ultra Rare card, featuring the Pokémon in full artwork with no basic frame and the 'V' symbol at the bottom.
- Victini V has the attack 'V Bullet' which deals 50 more damage if the opponent's Active Pokémon is a Pokémon V.
- The card was also included in the UK-exclusive 'Victini V Battle Deck' released on May 7, 2021, which featured two Victini V cards.
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Ultra Rare
- Print run
- Low
- First printed in
- Battle Styles (SWSH05)
- Demand
- Medium
- Supply
- Low
- Full Art Ultra Rare cards are less common than standard Holo or Ultra Rares but more available than Secret Rares.
- Victini's inclusion in a Battle Deck increases print volume slightly, reducing scarcity compared to non-deck Full Arts.
- The card is not a Secret Rare, which limits its overall rarity tier.
Collector notes
Condition. Check for centering, edge wear, corner dings, and surface scratches. Full Art cards are prone to micro-scratches on the art due to the glossy finish. Common flaws include off-centering (especially top/bottom), whitening on edges, and嬉戏 on the card surface.
Storage. Store in a rigid top loader or penny sleeve inside a sealed magnetic case. Avoid direct sunlight and humidity. For long-term preservation, keep in a climate-controlled environment. Consider grading for graded, graded, or graded if the card is in pristine condition.
Authenticity. Fakes often have incorrect font, poor color saturation, or misaligned edges. The Full Art version should have a glossy finish with no visible border. Authentic cards will have the 'V' symbol at the bottom right and the correct set number (144/163). Reprints from promo decks may lack the 'Full Art' label or have different paper stock.
Sources: sportscardinvestor.com, tcgplayer.com, pricecharting.com, pikawiz.com, dextcg.com
