Pokemon Scarlet & Violet are exploding onto the scene in the Pokemon TCG expansion Paldea Evolved. The new set, which released on June 9, 2023, features nearly 300 cards spotlighting Gen 9’s Pokedex additions. Of these, there are a few players will be hoping to pull from booster packs either for their value, their art, or their playability.
As an avid fan of the Pokemon TCG, I was particularly excited to hear about Shroodle’s debut. While not the most powerful Paldean species, it is definitely up the list for the cutest – and Shroodle is only the tip of the iceberg for this amazing expansion set.
Paldea Evolved’s Most Expensive Pokemon TCG Cards
Dedicated Pokemon TCG collectors have a few particularly valuable cards to chase after in the Paldea Evolved expansion. The new set features special Full Alternate Art cards of the Paldean starters Fuecoco, Quaxly, and Sprigatito, as well as past favorite from previous generations. Below are the most valuable cards in Paldea Evolved, how much they are currently selling for, and where to buy them.
| # | Card Name | Image | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 269/193 | Iono – Special Illustration Rare |  | $94.70 on TCGPlayer |
| 254/193 | Iono Full Art |  | $41.95 TCGPlayer |
| 261/193 | Chien-Pao ex Special Illustration Rare |  | $30 TCGPlayer |
| 266/193 | Dendra Special Illustration Rare |  | $26.94 TCGPlayer |
| 265/193 | Boss’s Orders Special Illustration Rare |  | $22.89 TCGPlayer |
Best Cards For The Paldea Evolved Pokemon TCG Set
There is nothing more exciting than a full art Pokemon TCG illustration of a favorite companion or trainer, and Paldea Evolved delivers plenty of each. After opening the ETBs for this set and getting a look at the full card list, I was beyond excited for several Full Art options that can be found in booster packs for the expansions.
Below is a compilation of the most stunning art in Paldea Evolved, and where players can pick them up.
| # | Card Name | Image | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 223/193 | Grafaiai Illustration Rare Full Art |  | $1.98 TCGPlayer |
| 258/193 | Skeledirge ex Special Illustration Rare |  | $14.98 TCGPlayer |
| 203/193 | Magikarp Illustration Rare Full Art |  | $22.00 TCGPlayer |
| 268/193 | Grusha Special Illustration Rare |  | $16.00 TCGPlayer |
| 204/193 | Marill Illustration Rare Full Art |  | $3.95 TCGPlayer |
Pokemon TCG players can find all of the above cards in the Paldea Evolved Boosters, which are included in ETBs, Booster Boxes, and collectors sets for the tabletop game. With so many different Paldean species included in this expansion, it is the perfect way to pad out basic Pokemon cards for decks or collect stunning Full Art cards. It is definitely an exciting way to amp up for additional new expansions later this year.
