Pokemon Sword & Shield Darkness Ablaze Sleeved Booster Pack New Factory Sealed
Pokemon Sword & Shield Darkness Ablaze Sleeved Booster Pack New Factory Sealed
Price: $10.99
Sword & Shield Darkness Ablaze Sleeved Booster Pack kicks off with just one pack inside that sleeve, keeping things simple for a quick rip. Each pack holds 10 cards: usually four commons, three uncommons, a reverse holo of some sort, one rare or higher, and a basic Energy card tucked in there. Don’t forget the code card for online play—it’s like a little digital bonus if you’re into that PTCGO scene. The set dropped back in 2020, focusing on those Galar region vibes with a dark, fiery twist, featuring Pokémon V and VMAX that bulk up your deck options. I’ve cracked plenty of these over the years, and they feel solid for building around Eternatus or that coalossal theme.
From what collectors share on Reddit and YouTube openings—thousands of packs tallied up—the averages shake out decently. You’re looking at about one Illustration Rare every 18 packs or so, Secret Rares popping roughly 1 in 36, and those Hyper Rares (like gold cards) hitting around 1 in 72. Full Art Trainers show up maybe once every 12 packs, while VMAX cards land in about 1 in 6. It’s not a guarantee, but community data from big channels like PokeVault or random unboxings gives a good baseline; some days you pull fire, others it’s bulk city.
Personally, I’m always eyeing a few chases from this set. That Charizard VMAX with its roaring flames against a stormy sky—such a beast in art. Eternatus VMAX, all shadowy and infinite with those purple tendrils snaking everywhere. Crobat V, sleek bat pose in midnight vibes. Centiskorch VMAX, fiery centipede curling up like it’s ready to scorch. And Salamence V, dynamic dive with wings spread wide over clouds.
Imagine sliding that pack out, feeling the crinkle, and hoping for a rainbow flash on the last card.
Quick Facts:
– Expected Hits: Ultra Rares ~1:6 packs; Full Art Trainers ~1:12; Illustration Rares ~1:18; Secret Rares ~1:36.
– Top Chases: Charizard VMAX, Eternatus VMAX, Crobat V, Centiskorch VMAX, Salamence V.
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