Cards that go to the Lost Zone never come back, and in Lost Origin that became a strategy. Released on September 9, 2022, the set is led by Giratina VSTAR and built around Lost Zone mechanics that dominated competitive play. It also has the Giratina V alt art, one of the most celebrated cards of the Sword & Shield era. Here's the collector's guide: the dates, the chase cards and what came in every box.
Lost Origin at a Glance
- Release date: September 9, 2022
- Set code: SWSH11
- Set size: 196 cards plus secret rares, plus the Trainer Gallery
- Headliner: Giratina VSTAR
- Theme: the Lost Zone
The Lost Zone
Many Lost Origin cards send cards to the Lost Zone on purpose, then reward you for how many cards are there. Lost Zone decks built on these cards became some of the strongest of the era, and Giratina VSTAR's Star Requiem VSTAR Power can Knock Out a Pokémon outright once enough cards are in the Lost Zone.
The Chase Cards
Giratina V alt art. The top card of the set and one of the most valuable alt arts of the era.
Aerodactyl V alt art. A dramatic prehistoric scene and a fan favorite.
Giratina VSTAR. Rainbow and gold versions of the headliner.
Trainer Gallery. The subset continues, with more Pokémon and their Trainers.
The Product Lineup
| Product | What's inside |
|---|---|
 Booster Pack
|
10 cards plus a basic Energy, in one of four pack artworks |
 3 Pack Blister (Weavile)
|
3 packs plus a foil Weavile promo |
| Build and Battle Box | 4 packs and a 23-card Evolution pack with 1 of 4 promos |
 Booster Bundle
|
6 packs |
 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 way to chase the Giratina alt art. The Elite Trainer Box is the best all-around pick, and the Booster Bundle and Weavile 3 Pack Blister are easy entry points.
Tips for Collectors
- Grade the Giratina. Clean copies of the alt art carry a big premium when graded.
- Check sold listings. Lost Origin sealed has climbed since release, so compare recent eBay sold listings.
- Keep your Trainer Gallery together. Lost Origin's Trainer Gallery is one of the strongest of the era.
Keep Collecting With Booster Pack Cards
Browse our Pokémon TCG Booster Boxes, Elite Trainer Boxes and Booster Bundles, or shop the full Pokémon TCG collection. Next up: Lugia closes out the era in our Silver Tempest collector's guide.
