{"product_id":"giratina-vstar-261-172-s12a-vstar-universe-s12a","title":"Giratina VSTAR - 261\/172 - S12a: VSTAR Universe (S12a)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGiratina VSTAR 261\/172\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cem\u003ePokémon TCG Japan's S12a: VSTAR Universe\u003c\/em\u003e is the definitive secret rare representation of the Renegade Pokémon — and one of the most sought-after singles from the entire Sword \u0026amp; Shield era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e261\/172\u003c\/strong\u003e places this card firmly in the \u003cstrong\u003eUR (Ultra Rare \/ Secret Rare)\u003c\/strong\u003e portion of the set, numbered well beyond the base set total. \nVSTAR Universe is a Japanese \u003cem\u003eHigh Class Pack\u003c\/em\u003e — the same prestigious annual format as VMAX Climax and Shiny Star V — sets that are consistently highly sought after by collectors worldwide.\n \nIt is the final set of the Sword \u0026amp; Shield era,\n giving it true end-of-era milestone status that only appreciates over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e S12a VSTAR Universe (Japanese, December 2022)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 261\/172 — Secret Rare UR, beyond set total\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragon | Stage: VSTAR | HP: 280\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttacks:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLost Impact\u003c\/em\u003e hits for 280 damage, and the VSTAR Power \u003cem\u003eStar Requiem\u003c\/em\u003e — usable with 10+ cards in the Lost Zone — delivers an automatic Knock Out on the opponent's Active Pokémon.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRarity context:\u003c\/strong\u003e VSTAR Universe introduced the new \u003cem\u003eArt Rare (AR)\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSpecial Art Rare (SAR)\u003c\/em\u003e rarity tiers,\n making the UR Secret Rare tier the true apex pull of the set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarket value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recent TCGPlayer market data shows raw Near Mint Japanese copies trading with a 3-month snapshot price in the \u003cstrong\u003e$230–$350 range\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflecting sustained collector demand.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGiratina VSTAR is among the most iconic Lost Zone attackers in competitive history, and this Japanese UR Secret Rare is the chase version of the card. Whether you're building a Giratina collection, holding for grade submission, or locking in the last great Sword \u0026amp; Shield Japanese exclusive — \u003cstrong\u003e261\/172 VSTAR Universe\u003c\/strong\u003e belongs in the portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAvailable at Collector Station, Easley, SC. Local pickup available. \u003cstrong\u003eAll sales final.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shipping damage must be reported within 48 hours of delivery with photos.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collector Station","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49070797029628,"sku":null,"price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/1387\/2892\/files\/IMG_3859.heic?v=1780518158","url":"https:\/\/thecollectorstation.com\/products\/giratina-vstar-261-172-s12a-vstar-universe-s12a","provider":"Collector Station","version":"1.0","type":"link"}