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Torterra
Brilliant Stars 008/172 • holo-rare
- Set
- Brilliant Stars
- Number
- 008/172
- Rarity
- Rare Holo
- Released
- 2022
- Energy type
- grass energy
- Finish
- Holographic
- Market price
- $0.40
- Artist
- Oswaldo KATO
What it does
This attack does 50 damage for each of your Evolution Pokémon in play.
Small Pokémon occasionally gather on its unmoving back to begin building their nests.
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Where it came from
The Torterra card from the Brilliant Stars expansion, released in 2022, represents a modern interpretation of the Continent Pokémon originally introduced in the fourth generation of the franchise. As part of the Sword & Shield series, this set was notable for introducing the Trainer Gallery subset, which blended competitive TCG utility with art-focused aesthetics. This specific card, numbered 008/172, features the classic grass-type typing and emphasizes the sturdy, terrestrial nature of the creature through its holo-rare finish.
The artistic direction for this entry follows the established visual language of the Brilliant Stars collection, which prioritized high-contrast holo patterns and clean, character-focused illustrations. Designed to fit within the standard rotation of the era, the card provided players with an accessible, high-rarity option for grass-type decks. It was well-received by the collecting community for maintaining the integrity of the Torterra design while showcasing the crisp, updated card frame utilized throughout the Sword & Shield era.
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