2022 POKEMON JPN SWORD & SHIELD VSTAR UNIVERSE #014 CHARIZARD VSTAR PSA 10

Price: $50.00

Charizard VSTAR from the Japanese Sword & Shield VSTAR Universe set, clocking in as a VSTAR rarity, slabbed in PSA 10. This one’s got that fierce, dynamic artwork where Charizard’s unleashing a massive flame burst mid-flight, wings spread wide like it’s owning the sky. The pose hits hard, with those intense eyes and the swirling fire effects giving it a real sense of power without overdoing the drama.

On the card text side, it’s a Fire type with 280 HP, packing the VSTAR Power “Star Blaze” that dishes out 320 damage but discards two Energy—talk about a high-stakes finisher. Regular attacks include Explosive Fire for 130 plus extra if your opponent’s got a lot of Prize cards left, making it a beast in aggressive decks. Ability-wise, it’s straightforward VSTAR mechanics, but that raw output keeps it relevant in play.

VSTAR Universe dropped in 2022 as part of the Sword & Shield era’s finale in Japan, basically a premium reprint set loaded with alternate arts and chase cards. What stands out here is how this printing pulls from earlier VSTAR designs but amps up the artwork with that exclusive Japanese flair—cleaner lines, vibrant colors that pop under lights. It’s not your standard international release; this one’s got that import vibe collectors dig for variety in their binders or displays.

Slab-wise, a PSA 10 means pristine corners, edges sharp as ever, and surfaces free of any whitening or print defects. Centering’s likely spot-on, maybe 50/50 or better, giving it killer eye appeal when the light catches those holographic elements. The flames almost dance in the slab. Pop reports on this specific card aren’t sky-high yet—I’ve seen estimates around 500 or so for PSA 10s, but Charizard anything draws a crowd, so numbers climb steady. It’s one of those where condition really elevates the whole package.

I’d stash this in a spotlight spot on the shelf, maybe next to some classic fire types for that thematic flow.

Quick Facts:
– Card Title: Charizard VSTAR
– Set: Sword & Shield VSTAR Universe (Japanese)
– Rarity: VSTAR
– Condition: PSA 10

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