Ariados TG09 / 30 Pokemon Card from Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery Set
Ariados is a Stage 1 Pokémon of the Darkness type with 110 HP. It is part of the Trainer Gallery Rare Holo collection from the Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery…
Set: Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery
Number: TG09/30
Rarity: Trainer Gallery Rare Holo
Set
About the Ariados Pokémon Card
Ariados is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 110 HP from the Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number TG09/30 and is classified as Trainer Gallery Rare Holo. The Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery set was released on February 25, 2022.
The card includes the flavor text: “It spews threads from its mouth to catch its prey. When night falls, it leaves its web to go hunt aggressively.”.
Ariados Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Ariados
Card number: TG09/30
Set: Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Trainer Gallery Rare Holo
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Darkness
HP: 110
Artist: Shiburingaru
Release date: February 25, 2022
National Pokédex number: 168
Why Collect the Ariados Pokémon Card?
Ariados sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Ariados Pokémon Card
Ariados was illustrated by Shiburingaru.
For Trainer Gallery Rare Holo cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Ariados Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Ariados is about
.40. Recent listings range from roughly
.20 (low) to
,000 (high), with a mid-point near
.78. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery set has a median card value near $8.72 and an average near
4.25, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +4% over the last 7 days and +4% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Ariados Pokémon Card
Whether Ariados is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 615 copies of this card, of which 192 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 31.2%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Ariados Pokémon Card?
Trainer Gallery Rare Holo cards such as Ariados are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 615 copies to date.
Other Printings of Ariados
Ariados appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Aquapolis H3 (around 6.89), Aquapolis 3 (around 5.00) and Unseen Forces 2 (around
4.85).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Ariados Pokémon Card
The Ariados pokémon card is a Trainer Gallery Rare Holo card from the Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery set (Sword & Shield series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about
.40; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Ariados card from?
Ariados is from the Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery set (Sword & Shield series), numbered TG09/30 with the Trainer Gallery Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Ariados card?
Ariados is classified as Trainer Gallery Rare Holo.
How much is the Ariados TG09/30 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.40, within a recent range of roughly
.20 to
,000. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Ariados card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 615 copies so far, with about 31.2% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Ariados?
PSA has graded 615 copies, of which 192 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 31.2%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Ariados card?
Trainer Gallery Rare Holo cards such as Ariados are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery set released?
The Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery set was released on February 25, 2022.
Are there other printings of Ariados?
Yes. Ariados appears on 20 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
