Tornadus 126 / 172 Pokemon Card from Brilliant Stars Set
Tornadus is a Basic Pokémon card from the Brilliant Stars set in the Sword & Shield series. It has 120 HP and is classified as a Colorless type. The card…
- Set: Brilliant Stars
- Number: 126/172
- Rarity: Rare
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About the Tornadus Pokémon Card
Tornadus is a Colorless-type Pokémon card with 120 HP from the Brilliant Stars set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 126/172 and is classified as Rare. The Brilliant Stars set was released on February 25, 2022.
The card includes the flavor text: “Tornadus expels massive energy from its tail, causing severe storms. Its power is great enough to blow houses away.”.
Tornadus Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Tornadus
Card number: 126/172
Set: Brilliant Stars
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Colorless
HP: 120
Artist: Shigenori Negishi
Release date: February 25, 2022
National Pokédex number: 641
Why Collect the Tornadus Pokémon Card?
Tornadus is a solid addition to the Brilliant Stars set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Tornadus Pokémon Card
Tornadus was illustrated by Shigenori Negishi.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Tornadus Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Tornadus is about $0.26. Recent listings range from roughly $0.08 (low) to
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 -67% over the last 7 days and -60% 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 Tornadus Pokémon Card
Whether Tornadus 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 12 copies of this card, of which 5 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 41.7%. 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 Tornadus Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Tornadus are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 12 copies to date.
Other Printings of Tornadus
Tornadus appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Emerging Powers 98 (around
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 Tornadus Pokémon Card
The Tornadus pokémon card is a Rare card from the Brilliant Stars set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Brilliant Stars set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.26; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Tornadus card from?
Tornadus is from the Brilliant Stars set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 126/172 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Tornadus card?
Tornadus is classified as Rare.
How much is the Tornadus 126/172 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.26, within a recent range of roughly $0.08 to
Is the Tornadus card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 12 copies so far, with about 41.7% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Tornadus?
PSA has graded 12 copies, of which 5 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 41.7%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Tornadus card?
Rare cards like Tornadus are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Brilliant Stars set released?
The Brilliant Stars set was released on February 25, 2022.
Are there other printings of Tornadus?
Yes. Tornadus appears on 13 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.