Full card list: VSTAR Universe card list → every card by number with rarity, individual card pages and in-stock PSA 10 prices.
Released on December 2, 2022, S12A VSTAR Universe (VSTARユニバース) is the final High Class Pack of the Sword & Shield era and one of the most celebrated Japanese Pokemon TCG products. Known for its complete Art Rare (AR) lineup covering the entire generation and its stunning VSTAR UR cards, VSTAR Universe has become the benchmark for modern ripping experiences. With Giratina VSTAR UR at ¥30,000 ($187) and sealed boxes at ~¥31,333 ($196) as of July 2026 — nearly 6x the ¥5,500 MSRP — it has grown from the era’s best-value ripper into a fast-appreciating sealed collectible.
S12A VSTAR Universe: Set Overview
| Set Code | S12A |
|---|---|
| Japanese Name | VSTARユニバース (VSTAR Universe) |
| English Source | Crown Zenith (swsh12pt5) — partial |
| Release Date | December 2, 2022 |
| Pack Configuration | 10 packs / box, 10 cards / pack |
| MSRP | ¥5,500 per box |
| Market Price (2026) | ~¥31,333 (~$196) — July 2026 |
| Total Cards | 172+ (including AR, SAR, UR) |
Top Cards in S12A VSTAR Universe
Giratina VSTAR UR — The Chase Card
Giratina VSTAR UR
~¥30,000 (~$187)
Pull rate: ~1/18 boxes (est.)
Giratina VSTAR UR is the crown jewel of VSTAR Universe, featuring the Distortion World legendary in a gold-textured finish. At ¥30,000 ($187), it’s both the most valuable card in the set and one of the most recognizable UR cards of the Sword & Shield era, with PSA 10 copies listing around ¥79,800. Its competitive relevance as a top-tier deck archetype adds play demand on top of collector value.
Arceus VSTAR UR
Arceus VSTAR UR
~¥16,000 (~$100)
Pull rate: ~1/18 boxes (est.)
Arceus VSTAR UR features the god-Pokemon in gold finish, representing the pinnacle of the VSTAR mechanic. At ¥16,000 ($100), Arceus was the defining deck engine of the Sword & Shield format, giving this card both playability and collector appeal.
Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR UR
Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR UR
~¥10,000 (~$63)
Pull rate: ~1/18 boxes (est.)
Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR UR completes the Sinnoh legendary trio alongside Giratina and Dialga. At ¥10,000 ($63), it was one of the strongest competitive cards in the format.
Other Notable Cards
Origin Forme Dialga VSTAR UR — ¥11,500 ($72). The time-controlling legendary in gold finish. Completing the Sinnoh trio of URs.
Art Rare (AR) set — VSTAR Universe includes a complete lineup of Art Rare cards featuring stylized illustrations of Pokemon across the Sword & Shield era. Individual ARs range from ¥300-¥3,000, but collectors prize the complete set. The AR Pikachu (#205) is particularly popular at ~¥3,000.
SAR (Special Art Rare) cards — Including Charizard VSTAR SAR (~¥14,000), Charizard V SAR (~¥5,500), Leafeon VSTAR SAR (~¥5,100), and others with full-art illustrations.
S12A Pull Rates & Box EV
| Category | Rate/Box | Avg Value | EV |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR (Ultra Rare / Gold) | ~0.5 | ¥17,000 | ¥8,500 |
| SAR (Special Art Rare) | ~0.3 | ¥5,000 | ¥1,500 |
| SR (Super Rare) | ~1 | ¥800 | ¥800 |
| AR (Art Rare) | ~6 | ¥400 | ¥2,400 |
| RRR/RR cards | ~2 | ¥200 | ¥400 |
| Other cards | — | — | ¥500 |
| Total EV | ~¥14,100 | ||
| Market BOX | ~¥31,333 | ||
| EV ratio | ~45% | ||
VSTAR Universe long traded close to its expected value, but the sealed box has appreciated sharply through 2026 — at ~¥31,333 the EV ratio now sits around 45%. High UR hit rates and heavy AR volume still make it one of the most satisfying rips in the Japanese market; today’s buyers are simply also paying for sealed-box appreciation.
Prices as of July 2026, based on SNKRDUNK secondary-market listings. All pull rates and values are estimates, not guarantees.
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FAQ
What are Art Rare (AR) cards in VSTAR Universe?
Art Rare (AR) cards in S12A VSTAR Universe are a complete collection of stylized Pokemon illustrations printed on textured holofoil stock. Unlike standard holographic cards, ARs feature unique artistic interpretations of each Pokemon. The full AR set has become a popular collecting goal, with the complete lineup exceeding ¥30,000 in value.
Is VSTAR Universe the best value High Class Pack?
VSTAR Universe once led every High Class Pack on EV ratio, but its sealed box has appreciated to ~¥31,333 as of July 2026, bringing the ratio to roughly 45% — now in line with the other High Class Packs. It still delivers the densest hit experience (a gold UR roughly every two boxes plus 6+ Art Rares per box), and its ceiling card Giratina VSTAR UR (~¥30,000 / $187) now out-prices Shiny Star V’s Charizard VMAX SSR (~¥19,000 / $119).
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