Battle Styles

Released: 19 March 2021

Battle Styles (Sword & Shield, March 2021) introduced one of the most distinctive mechanics of the Sword & Shield era: the Single Strike and Rapid Strike division, which allowed cards to build synergy with each other based on fighting style. The set revolves largely around Urshifu in both forms — as Single Strike VMAX and Rapid Strike VMAX — with Tyranitar V standing out as one of the most sought-after collectibles thanks to its striking alternate full art. For serious collectors, Battle Styles is a solid chapter: the layered mechanics and the quality of the illustrations give the set a timeless value that extends far beyond the playable card alone.