Chase Cards
Umbreon VMAX (Alternate Art)
Widely considered the most beautiful modern Pokémon card. Moonlit cityscape art has driven prices above $500 for raw copies.
Rayquaza VMAX (Alternate Art)
The legendary dragon soaring through clouds in a painterly style. A top-tier chase card combining iconic Pokémon with stunning art.
Sylveon VMAX (Alternate Art)
A charming bakery scene showcasing Sylveon's playful personality. Beloved for its warm, whimsical art direction.
Espeon VMAX (Alternate Art)
Psychic-themed library scene with books floating in midair. A standout illustration from the Eeveelution lineup.
Leafeon VMAX (Alternate Art)
Lush nature-themed artwork that rounds out the most valuable Eeveelution alt arts in the set.
Collecting Tips
Pull rates for alternate art VMAX cards are notoriously difficult — expect roughly 1 per 2–3 booster boxes.
Master sets (all 237 cards) are valued at $10,000+ making singles the more practical approach for most collectors.
Sealed booster boxes have appreciated significantly since going out of print — verify seller authenticity carefully.
Focusing on the eight Eeveelution alt arts as a sub-collection is a popular and rewarding goal.
New Mechanics
Dragon Type Return
The first Sword & Shield set to reintroduce Dragon-type Pokémon, requiring multiple energy types to attack.
Cards in This Set
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