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Shinx

Brilliant Stars 049/172 • common

Set: Brilliant Stars
Number: 049/172
Rarity: Common
Released: 2022
Energy type: Electric energy
Market price: $0.17
Artist: Mizue

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Market

What it's worth

$0.17market price via TCGplayer · Aug 30, 2026$0.06 – $0.17 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As an electric-type card, this Shinx serves as a fundamental building block for players looking to integrate basic sparks into their decks. While it is a common rarity, its inclusion in the collection highlights the essential role these early-stage creatures play in establishing a balanced play environment.

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Card face

What it does

40 HPBasic

Cost: lightning energyGnaw10

Weaknessfighting energy×2

This Pokémon generates electricity by contracting its muscles. Excited trembling is a sign that Shinx is generating a tremendous amount of electricity.

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Shinx card 049/172 was released in early 2022 as part of the Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion titled Brilliant Stars. This set was designed to introduce the VSTAR mechanic to the western TCG market, acting as a centerpiece for the Sword & Shield series. As a common card, it served as an accessible entry point for players and collectors looking to round out their electric-type decks during a period defined by highly sought-after character rare and trainer gallery cards.

The artwork for this specific card was rendered by illustrator sowsow, who is recognized for a clean, vibrant digital style that emphasizes the playful personality of Pokémon. By depicting Shinx in a dynamic pose, the design seeks to highlight the creature's energetic nature within its natural environment. Like many common cards in the series, it was produced to fill out the set’s mechanical utility, providing a low-cost, effective option for gameplay while maintaining visual consistency with the higher-rarity cards in the expansion.

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About Shinx

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