Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX from the Battle Styles set is a Rare Rainbow with 330 HP. This powerful card features the dynamic attack Gale Thrust. Numbered 169, it stands out with its vivid design and formidable presence.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX
• Stage: VMAX, Rapid Strike
• Type: Fighting
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Regulation Mark: E
• Legal: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Battle Styles expansion, card number 169, featuring the Rare Rainbow rarity. It evolves from Rapid Strike Urshifu V and includes two attacks:

• Gale Thrust — deals increased damage if the Pokémon moved from the Bench this turn.
• G-Max Rapid Flow — discards all Energy from Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX to deal damage to two of the opponent’s Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no listed print variants for this card. Identifiers include its card number (169), Rare Rainbow rarity, illustrator PLANETA Tsuji, Fighting type, and VMAX, Rapid Strike subtypes within Battle Styles.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card follows the VMAX rule: when your Pokémon VMAX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards. It is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain condition, store in a protective sleeve and keep away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Rare Rainbow status, handle with clean hands and use a rigid top-loader or binder to avoid scratches and bends.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Battle Styles: Introduced Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX as a powerful Fighting-type VMAX card with unique attacks emphasizing bench movement and multi-target damage, wrapped in a Rare Rainbow foil finish that appeals to collectors and players alike.

Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX from the Battle Styles set boasts a striking 330 HP. This Rare Rainbow card features the powerful attack Gale Thrust, emphasizing swift and dynamic combat. Numbered 170, it stands out with its vibrant design and solid stats.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX
• Stage: VMAX, Rapid Strike (evolves from Rapid Strike Urshifu V)
• Type: Fighting
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: E
• Rules: VMAX rule applies — when Knocked Out, opponent takes 3 Prize cards

Key Printings

This exact printing is identified as card number 170 from the Battle Styles set, featuring the Rare Rainbow rarity. It is a Fighting-type VMAX card with two attacks:
– “Gale Thrust,” which gains extra damage if the Pokémon moved from the Bench this turn
– “G-Max Rapid Flow,” which discards all Energy and deals damage to two of the opponent’s Pokémon
The card has no abilities.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. The card’s unique identifiers include its set code “swsh5-170” and its classification as a Rare Rainbow card within the Battle Styles series. The illustrator KIYOTAKA OSHIYAMA is a key visual identifier.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. It carries the VMAX rule, meaning if it is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain card condition, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Rare Rainbow rarity, careful handling is recommended to avoid scratches or edge wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Battle Styles: Introduced Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX as a powerful Fighting-type VMAX card with unique multi-target attack capabilities and a high HP pool, emphasizing aggressive bench-to-active strategies.

Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX from the Battle Styles set is a Rare Holo VMAX card numbered 88. This powerful Pokémon boasts 330 HP and features the dynamic attack Gale Thrust. Its striking design captures the essence of swift, focused combat.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX
• Stage: VMAX, Rapid Strike (evolves from Rapid Strike Urshifu V)
• Type: Fighting
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: E
• Rules: When your Pokémon VMAX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Battle Styles set, card number 88. It is a Rare Holo VMAX with no additional print variants noted.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by set code “swsh5-88” and artwork by PLANETA Tsuji. The subtype is VMAX and Rapid Strike, and it carries regulation mark “E.”

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• Not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.
• Attacks:
• “Gale Thrust” deals 30+ damage and gains a bonus if the Pokémon moved from the Bench this turn.
• “G-Max Rapid Flow” requires discarding all Energy attached to this Pokémon to deal 120 damage to two of the opponent’s Pokémon.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid holo artwork and maintain card condition, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unique illustration, handle with clean hands and store in a rigid top-loader or binder.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Battle Styles: This set introduced Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX as a powerful Fighting-type VMAX card with dynamic attacks and a high HP pool. It stands out for its synergy with Rapid Strike mechanics and its striking holofoil presentation.