Magma Basin 185 / 172 Pokemon Card from Brilliant Stars Set
Magma Basin is a Trainer Stadium card from the Brilliant Stars set in the Sword & Shield series. It was illustrated by ORBITALLINK Inc. and is classified as a…
Set: Brilliant Stars
Number: 185/172
Rarity: Rare Secret
Set
About the Magma Basin Trainer Card
Magma Basin is a Stadium Trainer card from the Brilliant Stars set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 185/172 and is classified as Rare Secret. The Brilliant Stars set was released on February 25, 2022.
Magma Basin Trainer Card Details
Card name: Magma Basin
Card number: 185/172
Set: Brilliant Stars
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Secret
Card type: Trainer (Stadium)
Artist: ORBITALLINK Inc.
Release date: February 25, 2022
Why Collect the Magma Basin Trainer Card?
Magma Basin 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 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 Magma Basin Trainer Card
Magma Basin was illustrated by ORBITALLINK Inc..
For Rare Secret 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 Magma Basin Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Magma Basin is about
.74. Recent listings range from roughly
.79 (low) to
9.95 (high), with a mid-point near
.99. 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 set has a median card value near $0.30 and an average near $4.77, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -11% over the last 7 days and +1% 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 set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Magma Basin Trainer Card
Whether Magma Basin 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 296 copies of this card, of which 126 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 42.6%. 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 Magma Basin Trainer Card?
Rare Secret cards such as Magma Basin are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Its collector number (185/172) sits above the set's printed total of 172, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 296 copies to date.
Other Printings of Magma Basin
Magma Basin appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Brilliant Stars 144 (around $0.30).
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 Magma Basin Trainer Card
The Magma Basin trainer card is a Rare Secret card from the Brilliant Stars 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
.74; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Magma Basin card from?
Magma Basin is from the Brilliant Stars set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 185/172 with the Rare Secret rarity.
What rarity is the Magma Basin card?
Magma Basin is classified as Rare Secret.
How much is the Magma Basin 185/172 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.74, within a recent range of roughly
.79 to
9.95. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Magma Basin card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 296 copies so far, with about 42.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Magma Basin?
PSA has graded 296 copies, of which 126 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 42.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Magma Basin card?
Rare Secret cards such as Magma Basin 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 set released?
The Brilliant Stars set was released on February 25, 2022.
Are there other printings of Magma Basin?
Yes. Magma Basin appears on one other card across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
