Prismatic Evolutions is set to be one of the standout releases of the Scarlet & Violet era, launching on January 17, 2025. Based on the Japanese set Terastal Festival ex (released in December 2024), this special expansion won’t feature traditional booster boxes. Instead, collectors can look forward to a diverse array of products including Elite Trainer Boxes, mini tins, booster bundles, and more.
Key Features of the Set
The Return of Eeveelutions
Prismatic Evolutions marks the first set since Evolving Skies to prominently feature the beloved Eeveelutions. Collectors will have the opportunity to obtain stunning Special Illustration Rare (SIR) cards of these popular Eevee evolutions, including the highly coveted Umbreon SIR.
Revolutionary Reverse Holo Cards
This expansion introduces an exciting innovation in the reverse holo slot, offering three possibilities:
- Standard reverse holo
- Poké Ball reverse holo
- Master Ball reverse holo
The Master Ball reverse holos make their first appearance in the English TCG, following their debut in the Japanese 151 set where they quickly became highly collectible with significant market value. In fact, the Umbreon Master Ball reverse holo is currently the most expensive card in the Terastal Festival set.
Potential “God-Packs”
While not officially confirmed for the English version, Terastal Festival ex has featured “God Packs” – packs containing multiple high-rarity hits such as Eeveelution SARs or SIRs. Many collectors anticipate that Pokémon will implement something similar in Prismatic Evolutions, comparable to the mechanics seen in Pokémon-151 where pulling an entire starter evolution line in a single pack was possible.
Top Cards to Chase
Based on the pricing and popularity of Terastal Festival, we can anticipate that the following cards will be the most sought-after in Prismatic Evolutions:
- Umbreon Master Ball Reverse Holo #92
- Umbreon ex Special Art Rare #217
- Sylveon ex Special Art Rare #212
- Sylveon Master Ball Reverse Holo #68
- Espeon ex Special Art Rare #211
- Pikachu ex Gold Ultra Rare #236
- Glaceon ex Special Art Rare #206
- Eevee ex Special Art Rare #224
- Espeon Master Ball Reverse Holo #62
- Eevee Master Ball Reverse Holo #125
Set Composition
Prismatic Evolutions contains a total of 180 cards:
- 131 cards in its main set
- 49 secret rare cards
Of the main set, approximately 55% are reprints from the past year, while the remaining 45% are new cards from Terastal Festival ex and ex Starter Deck Generations.
Reverse Holo Variations
The set includes three reverse holo variants:
- Normal reverse holos (108 cards)
- Poké Ball reverse holos (100 cards)
- Master Ball reverse holos (67 cards)
The Poké Ball and Master Ball versions feature texture and a shattered glass layer, similar to the Japanese cards. All cards in the main set (excluding Pokémon ex and ACE SPEC) are available in normal reverse holo and Poké Ball reverse holo, including Trainer cards. Only regular Pokémon (non-ex) are available in Master Ball reverse holo.
As a special feature, the eight Basic Energy cards can also be found in reverse holo, though only with a “sheen” effect.
Available Products
As a special set, Prismatic Evolutions will only be available through packaged products. Notable releases include:
Elite Trainer Box (ETB)
- Contents: 9 Prismatic Evolutions booster packs, 1 illustration rare-style promo card featuring Eevee, and various gameplay accessories
- MSRP: $59.99
- Includes: The SVP-173 Eevee promo card, which is already valued at approximately $30 on the secondary market
- Current market price: Around $120
- Release date: January 17, 2025
Pokémon Center Exclusive Elite Trainer Box
- Available from: January 17, 2025
- Contents: 11 Prismatic Evolutions booster packs, two copies of an illustration rare-style promo card featuring Eevee (one with the Pokémon Center logo), and various gameplay accessories
Booster Bundle
- Contents: 6 Prismatic Evolutions booster packs
- MSRP: $26.94
- Current market price: Around $75
- Release date: March 7, 2025
Surprise Box
- Contents: 4 Prismatic Evolutions booster packs, 1 storage box with four dividers, and 1 random etched promo card featuring Eevee or one of its Evolutions as a Stellar Tera Pokémon ex
- MSRP: $22.99
- Current market price: Around $65
- Release date: February 7, 2025
Additional Products
- Binder Collection: 5 booster packs and a nine-pocket album that holds up to 378 cards (available January 17)
- Poster Collection: 3 booster packs, 3 promo cards featuring Vaporeon, Jolteon and Flareon, and a full-size two-sided poster (available January 17)
- Tech Sticker Collection: 3 booster packs, 1 foil promo card featuring Leafeon, Glaceon or Sylveon, and a sticker sheet (available January 17)
- Mini Tin: 2 booster packs, 1 art card, and 1 coin featuring Eevee (available February 7)
- Accessory Pouch Special Collection: 5 booster packs and an accessory pouch featuring Eevee (available April 25)
Additionally, a “Prismatic Evolutions Super-Premium Collection” has been announced for May 16, featuring the “fruit dessert” Eevee ex, and a “Prismatic Evolutions Premium Figure Collection” for September 26, though their specific contents have not yet been revealed.
Where to Buy Prismatic Evolutions
Prismatic Evolutions will be available at most major retailers, both in physical stores and online, starting January 17, 2025. However, it’s important to note that this set has been extremely difficult to secure at MSRP as scalpers have been purchasing much of the supply.
If you’re fortunate enough to find Prismatic Evolutions in person on release day at stores like Walmart, GameStop, Target, or other major retailers, you’ll likely get the best possible price for the set.
Collector Considerations
Prismatic Evolutions holds significant appeal for collectors for several reasons:
- With 55 Pokémon ex in total, it features the most ex cards in any English set released to date
- The Master Ball reverse holos are already proving to be especially valuable, particularly those of Eeveelutions
- The focus on Eeveelutions promises sustained interest similar to what Evolving Skies generated
- Loose packs are currently selling for approximately $15 on the open market, suggesting high demand
For serious collectors, the Elite Trainer Box likely represents the best value, especially if obtained at MSRP. The Pokémon Center exclusive version, with 11 packs and an additional promo card, offers even greater value for those who can secure it.
Conclusion
Prismatic Evolutions is shaping up to be one of the year’s most exciting releases for Pokémon TCG enthusiasts. With its focus on the popular Eeveelutions, innovative reverse holo mechanics, and a wide range of collectible products, this special set promises to capture the interest of both players and collectors. Keep an eye out for the January 17 release and consider your purchasing options carefully to maximize value and chances of obtaining the most coveted cards.
