Pokemon TCG Scarlet and Violet Base x1 Booster Pack Sealed
Pokemon TCG Scarlet and Violet Base x1 Booster Pack Sealed
Pokemon TCG Scarlet and Violet Base x1 Booster Pack Sealed
Price: $9.49
This Scarlet & Violet Base booster pack comes sealed with 10 cards inside—usually six commons, three uncommons, and one rare that might pop as a holo. You’ll also get a basic Energy card tucked in there, plus a code card for the online game if you’re into that digital battling side. It’s the debut set for the Paldea region, kicking off with those fresh mechanics like Tera types and ex cards that shake up deck building.
From what I’ve seen in community openings on Reddit and YouTube, plus some averages floating around collector forums, you’re looking at about a 1 in 3 chance for an ex card per pack. Illustration rares show up roughly every 10-12 packs, while those shiny hyper rares or special illustration rares are more like 1 in 30 or so. Reverse holos land in maybe half the packs, giving that subtle foil gleam without stealing the show. Full arts aren’t super common, averaging one every 8-10 rips, but they do add some variety to the mix. Overall, it’s a solid pack for building out early Paldea staples, though pulls can swing wild depending on the box.
As a dealer who’s ripped way too many of these, I’m always eyeing a few chases that just hit right. The Miriam Special Illustration Rare, with her in that cozy library vibe surrounded by books and Pokémon. Gardevoir ex Special Illustration Rare, showing off that elegant psychic glow in a starry night scene. Miraidon ex Special Illustration Rare, all futuristic with electric trails zipping around a high-tech landscape. Koraidon ex Special Illustration Rare, roaring through ancient ruins with that primal energy bursting out. And the Nest Ball Trainer Gallery, simple but charming with Pikachu poking out of the ball like it’s playtime.
Fingers crossed you snag something that makes you pause mid-rip and just stare at the art for a second.
Quick Facts:
– Expected Hits: ex cards ~1:3 packs; Illustration rares ~1:10-12 packs; Hyper rares/special illustration rares ~1:30 packs; Reverse holos ~1:2 packs.
– Top Chases: Miriam SIR, Gardevoir ex SIR, Miraidon ex SIR, Koraidon ex SIR, Nest Ball TG.
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