The Pokémon TCG traveled back in time in Astral Radiance, released on May 27, 2022. Inspired by Pokémon Legends: Arceus, it's set in the ancient Hisui region and stars Origin Forme Dialga VSTAR and Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR, along with Hisuian forms and Radiant Pokémon. Here's the collector's guide: the dates, the chase cards and what came in every box.
Astral Radiance at a Glance
- Release date: May 27, 2022
- Set code: SWSH10
- Set size: 189 cards plus secret rares, plus the Trainer Gallery
- Headliners: Origin Forme Dialga VSTAR and Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR
- Theme: the Hisui region from Pokémon Legends: Arceus
Welcome to Hisui
Astral Radiance is packed with Hisuian forms like Hisuian Samurott and Hisuian Decidueye, plus Hisui's people, including Irida and Cyllene. Radiant Pokémon are a highlight too: Shiny Pokémon with special artwork and powerful effects, limited to one per deck. Radiant Greninja became a staple in competitive play.
The Chase Cards
Origin Forme Dialga and Palkia. Alt art, rainbow and gold versions of the box legendaries.
Alt art Pokémon V. Full-scene illustrations including Machamp V and Hisuian Samurott V.
Trainer Gallery. The subset returns with more Pokémon and their Trainers.
Radiant Pokémon. Radiant Greninja and friends are affordable, eye-catching binder cards.
The Product Lineup
| Product | What's inside |
|---|---|
 Booster Pack
|
10 cards plus a basic Energy, in one of four pack artworks |
 Build and Battle Box
|
4 packs and a 23-card Evolution pack with 1 of 4 promos |
 Build and Battle Stadium
|
2 Build and Battle kits plus extra booster packs, built for two players |
| Elite Trainer Box | 8 packs, sleeves, Energy cards, dice and a storage box |
 Booster Box
|
36 packs |
Our quick picks: The Booster Box is the best way to hunt the alt arts and Trainer Gallery. The Build and Battle Stadium is great for two players, and single packs are an easy entry point.
Tips for Collectors
- Collect the Radiants. Radiant Pokémon span several sets and make a great side collection.
- Pair Dialga and Palkia. The Origin Forme legendaries look best displayed together.
- Check sold listings. Alt art prices depend on condition, so compare recent eBay sold listings.
Keep Collecting With Booster Pack Cards
Browse our Pokémon TCG Booster Boxes, Build and Battle products and Booster Packs, or shop the full Pokémon TCG collection. Next up: our Pokémon GO collector's guide.
