15+ Most valuable Pokemon Paradigm Trigger card list ranked

The Paradigm Trigger card list covers 125 numbered Japanese Pokémon TCG cards, including Lugia V Special Art, Regidrago V and Unown V. Released during the Sword & Shield era, the set includes several distinct rarities worth checking before buying. In this guide, Japan Figure compares 15 notable printings, their card numbers and November 2026 market references.

1. Overview about Pokemon Paradigm Trigger Booster Box

Standard  Japanese booster boxes such as Paradigm Trigger contain 30 packs with five random cards each. Higher-rarity pulls are not guaranteed by specific card, and opening packs cannot guarantee Lugia V 110/098. When comparing S12 singles, distinguish RR, SR (including Special Art), HR Rainbow, and UR Gold prints. Our Pokémon card rarity symbols guide can help clarify how rarity labels and premium treatments differ.

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There are 98 main-set cards and 27 additional numbered variants. The standard box contains 30 packs of five randomly assorted cards. Specific rare cards, including Lugia V Special Art, are not guaranteed.

2. Top 15 Pokemon Paradigm Trigger card list ranked by value

Lugia V 110/098 is the standout high-value Special Art in this 15-card selection. Prices below are ungraded/Near Mint US-market references reported by MyTCGValue (updated November 3, 2026), not guarantees of sale or PSA 10 values. The following H3 sections retain the original editorial order; the table compares cards by current reference value.

Price method: use the same card number, language, rarity and condition when comparing sold listings. Market reference values change, and rare sales may diverge sharply from an estimate. Collectors targeting a specific chase card may prefer Japanese Pokémon single cards rather than chasing it in sealed packs. Inspect centering, holo scratches, whitening and grading certificates when applicable. For a more consistent valuation method, see how to check Pokémon card value using comparable sold listings and matching printings.

2.1 Lugia V #110/098

Lugia V 110/098 is the signature Special Art chase card of Paradigm Trigger. Its illustration by kawayoo depicts Lugia above a turbulent sea. Confirm the artwork and complete S12 number: regular Lugia V 079/098 and Full Art 109/098 are different printings.

• Card number: S12 110/098
• Rarity: SR Special Art
• Release: October 21, 2022
• Ungraded price reference: $512.50 (Nov 3, 2026)
• Collector note: Special Art illustrated by kawayoo; inspect the holo surface and edges.

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2.2 Lugia VSTAR #123/098

The gold Lugia VSTAR 123/098 is a UR printing of the same playable Pokémon as the Rainbow and regular cards. Its Assemble Star VSTAR Power can put up to two Colorless Pokémon without a Rule Box from the discard pile onto the Bench.

• Card number: S12 123/098
• Rarity: UR Gold
• Release: October 21, 2022
• Ungraded price reference: $26.22 (Nov 3, 2026)
• Collector note: Gold UR finish; distinct from Rainbow 118/098.

2.3 Lugia VSTAR #118/098

The Rainbow Lugia VSTAR 118/098 shares the 280 HP and Assemble Star effect of other Lugia VSTAR printings. Collectors choose this version for its rainbow foil rather than a gameplay difference.

• Card number: S12 118/098
• Rarity: HR Rainbow
• Release: October 21, 2022
• Ungraded price reference: $24.51 (Nov 3, 2026)
• Collector note: Rainbow HR; verify number 118/098, not gold 123/098.

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2.4 Unown V #103/098

Unown V 103/098 is a Special Art printing featuring multiple Unown in an illustrated scene. The printed number distinguishes it from the standard SR Full Art 102/098 and regular 035/098.

• Card number: S12 103/098
• Rarity: SR Special Art
• Release: October 21, 2022
• Ungraded price reference: $26.76 (Nov 3, 2026)
• Collector note: Special Art; check number and artwork rather than the Pokémon name alone.

2.5 Regidrago V #108/098

Regidrago V 108/098 features a detailed Special Art scene. This version is separate from the regular Regidrago V 076/098 and standard Full Art 107/098. Its rarity and illustration, not a different battle effect, are the main collecting distinctions.

• Card number: S12 108/098
• Rarity: SR Special Art
• Release: October 21, 2022
• Ungraded price reference: $34.39 (Nov 3, 2026)
• Collector note: SR Special Art; compare against 107/098 before buying.

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2.6 Lugia V #109/098

Lugia V 109/098 is the Full Art SR release. It uses the same attacks as Lugia V 079/098, including Read the Wind and Aero Dive, but its artwork and finish differ from the higher-priced Special Art 110/098.

• Card number: S12 109/098
• Rarity: SR Full Art
• Release: October 21, 2022
• Ungraded price reference: $16.50 (Nov 3, 2026)
• Collector note: Full Art SR, not the Special Art 110/098.

2.7 Skuntank V #106/098

Skuntank V 106/098 is an illustrated Special Art print distinct from 105/098 Full Art and 056/098 regular. It appeals to collectors seeking narrative artwork without the premium attached to Lugia.

• Card number: S12 106/098
• Rarity: SR Special Art
• Release: October 21, 2022
• Ungraded price reference: $9.68 (Nov 3, 2026)
• Collector note: Special Art; inspect print lines and corner wear.

2.8 Regidrago VSTAR #117/098

Regidrago VSTAR 117/098 is the Rainbow HR version of the Dragon-type VSTAR card. Its Legacy Star VSTAR Power discards the top seven cards of your deck and lets you recover up to two cards from the discard pile into your hand.

• Card number: S12 117/098
• Rarity: HR Rainbow
• Release: October 21, 2022
• Ungraded price reference: $8.27 (Nov 3, 2026)
• Collector note: Rainbow variant; the gameplay text matches regular 077/098.

2.9 Candice #113/098

Candice 113/098 is the Full Art SR Supporter card featuring the Snowpoint Gym Leader. The Rainbow variant is numbered 121/098, so buyers should distinguish these two finishes when assessing condition and price.

• Card number: S12 113/098
• Rarity: SR Full Art
• Release: October 21, 2022
• Ungraded price reference: $9.01 (Nov 3, 2026)
• Collector note: Full Art SR; different finish from HR 121/098.

2.10 Candice #121/098

Candice 121/098 is the Rainbow HR Supporter printing. It uses the same gameplay text as Candice 113/098 and is a separate rarity for Trainer collectors seeking both variants.

• Card number: S12 121/098
• Rarity: HR Rainbow
• Release: October 21, 2022
• Ungraded price reference: $4.60 (Nov 3, 2026)
• Collector note: Rainbow HR; verify the 121/098 number.

2.11 Regieleki VMAX #115/098

Regieleki VMAX 115/098 is a Rainbow HR variant with 310 HP. Its Transistor Ability increases the damage of attacks from your Basic Lightning Pokémon by 30 to the opponent’s Active Pokémon, making it a notable historical support card.

• Card number: S12 115/098
• Rarity: HR Rainbow
• Release: October 21, 2022
• Ungraded price reference: $4.70 (Nov 3, 2026)
• Collector note: Rainbow HR; contrast with the regular 034/098.

2.12 Unown VSTAR #116/098

Unown VSTAR 116/098 is the Rainbow HR version. Its Star Cipher VSTAR Power can change the Weakness of all opposing Pokémon to Psychic while in effect, creating unusual strategic opportunities in historical formats.

• Card number: S12 116/098
• Rarity: HR Rainbow
• Release: October 21, 2022
• Ungraded price reference: $8.57 (Nov 3, 2026)
• Collector note: Rainbow HR; different finish from regular 036/098.

2.13 Lugia V #079/098

Regular Lugia V 079/098 is the main-set Double Rare card. It is the most straightforward option for collectors who want the original Lugia V gameplay without paying for Full Art or Special Art prints.

• Card number: S12 079/098
• Rarity: RR
• Release: October 21, 2022
• Ungraded price reference: $6.86 (Nov 3, 2026)
• Collector note: Regular RR; compare 079/098 with 109/098 and 110/098.

2.14 Lance #114/098

Lance 114/098 is the Full Art SR Supporter depicting the Dragon-type specialist. Do not confuse it with the separate Rainbow Lance 122/098.

• Card number: S12 114/098
• Rarity: SR Full Art
• Release: October 21, 2022
• Ungraded price reference: $4.77 (Nov 3, 2026)
• Collector note: Full Art SR; compare to Rainbow 122/098.

2.15 Worker #119/098

Worker 119/098 is the Rainbow HR printing of the Supporter card. The Full Art SR version is 111/098. The two are distinct collector variants even though their effects match.

• Card number: S12 119/098
• Rarity: HR Rainbow
• Release: October 21, 2022
• Ungraded price reference: $4.19 (Nov 3, 2026)
• Collector note: Rainbow HR; identify by its full S12 number.

FAQs – People also asked about Paradigm Trigger card list

These quick answers cover release history, English-set overlap, the numbered checklist and the separately distributed Lugia promo campaign.

When did the Paradigm Trigger come out?

Paradigm Trigger (S12) was released in Japan on October 21, 2022. Each standard booster pack contains five randomly assorted cards.

What is the English version of Paradigm Trigger?

Silver Tempest contains many Paradigm Trigger cards, including Lugia V, but it is not a one-to-one English reprint. English and Japanese card numbers and set composition differ.

How many cards are in Paradigm Trigger?

There are 98 cards in the numbered main set and 27 additional secret-numbered cards, totaling 125 in the S12 checklist. Separately distributed promotional cards are not included in this number.

What promos are associated with Paradigm Trigger?

The Japanese Lugia Get Challenge began alongside the expansion in October 2022. Its separate promotional pack included one randomly selected card from five possibilities: Lugia V, Lugia VSTAR, Shaymin, Archeops or Double Turbo Energy. Collectors looking for similar releases can browse Japanese Pokémon promo cards. These promos are not part of the standard S12 set checklist.

The Paradigm Trigger card list is most useful when you compare exact S12 printings rather than card names alone. Lugia V Special Art is the standout chase card, while Rainbow, Gold and Full Art variants offer different collecting options. Check card condition and recent comparable sales before choosing singles or a sealed box from Japan Figure.