Radiant Steelix CS5bC 088 Near Mint Chinese Pokemon Card

Radiant Steelix CS5bC 088 is a Radiant Rare single card from the Chinese Simplified (S-Chinese) edition of CS5bC, the Chinese counterpart to the Brilliant Stars or Lost Origin era sets. Radiant Steelix showcases the iconic Steel/Ground-type Pokemon Steelix in a breathtaking full-art illustration, the Radiant Rare foil treatment casting its metallic body in shimmering, prismatic light. The powerful defensive stats of Radiant Steelix have made it a notable inclusion in various TCG strategies.

Radiant Rare cards carry special significance in the Pokémon TCG — limited to one per deck by game rules, they are simultaneously competitive tools and premium collectibles. The CS5bC Chinese regional printing uses its own card numbering system (088) and Chinese language text, differentiating it from international versions. These region-specific printings are produced exclusively for the Chinese market and are rarely found through standard European or Swiss retail channels.

Steelix, the evolved form of Onix introduced in Generation II, has a long and storied history in the Pokémon franchise, and its Radiant Rare appearance in the Chinese TCG is a striking addition to any Steelix collection. Gmenswisscard stores all Radiant Rare cards in protective sleeves and ships in padded envelopes from Switzerland. Near Mint condition unless otherwise noted. Ideal for Steel-type collectors, Radiant Rare enthusiasts, and Chinese TCG completionists.

About Radiant Rare Cards

Radiant Rare is a special rarity introduced during the Sword & Shield era, featuring unique shiny (alternate colour) artwork with a distinctive holographic treatment. Each Radiant Rare depicts a shiny variant of the featured Pokémon — in a different colour palette from the standard version — surrounded by radiating light patterns that give the cards their distinctive look. Crucially, there is a game rule limiting players to a maximum of one Radiant Pokémon per deck, which adds strategic depth and makes Radiant Rares genuinely influential in gameplay. In collecting terms, Radiant Rares are among the most desirable singles from their respective sets, combining striking artwork, special foiling, and gameplay relevance into one premium package. The Chinese regional versions carry all of this appeal with the added rarity of Chinese-exclusive regional distribution.

Collecting Chinese Pokémon TCG Cards

The Chinese Simplified (S-Chinese) Pokémon TCG is a distinct regional market with its own print runs, set releases, and exclusive products. Cards are produced under license by The Pokémon Company International for the mainland Chinese market and feature traditional Simplified Chinese characters throughout. S-Chinese cards share the same gameplay rules as international editions but carry unique regional card backs and numbering schemes.

For international collectors, S-Chinese Pokémon cards offer a fascinating avenue to build regional variant collections. Sets like CBB1C, CBB2C, CBB3C (Gem Pack Vol.1/2/3), CSHC, and various CS-series releases are only officially distributed in China — making them genuinely difficult to source outside of Asia. Gmenswisscard bridges this gap by importing directly and offering these cards to European and global collectors with reliable, trackable shipping from Switzerland.

Card Condition: Near Mint

All cards sold by Gmenswisscard are individually inspected before dispatch. Near Mint (NM) condition means the card exhibits no wear visible under normal examination: corners are clean and sharp, edges are straight, the surface is free of scratches or scuffs, and the card back shows no blemishes. We handle all cards with clean hands or cotton gloves to avoid surface contamination, and cards are immediately placed in protective penny sleeves after inspection.

If you plan to grade this card through PSA, BGS, CGC, or another grading service, Near Mint condition typically corresponds to raw grades in the 8–9 range depending on centering and print quality. We recommend examining the card carefully upon receipt and submitting promptly for grading if that is your intention.

Packaging & Shipping from Gmenswisscard

Every order from Gmenswisscard is packed with care to ensure your card arrives in the same condition it left us. Standard single-card packaging consists of a protective penny sleeve, a semi-rigid top loader or card saver, and additional padding inside a bubble-lined mailer envelope. For higher-value cards, we may use rigid cardboard backing on both sides for additional protection against bending.

We ship from Switzerland using tracked postal services. Domestic Swiss delivery typically takes 2–5 business days. International orders to the EU, UK, and other destinations are shipped with tracking and generally arrive within 5–14 business days depending on customs processing. We are transparent about shipping costs and do not charge excessive handling fees. If you have any questions about your order or shipping, contact us directly — we respond promptly and are committed to ensuring every customer is satisfied.