Prismatic Evolutions: Ultimate Guide to 10 Amazing Eevee Chase Cards

Prismatic Evolutions is the Eevee set that took over the Pokémon TCG in 2025. Released on 17 January 2025, this Scarlet and Violet special expansion gave Eevee and all eight of its evolutions their own Pokémon ex cards, introduced Master Ball reverse holos, and produced one of the most valuable modern cards in the game: the Umbreon ex Special Illustration Rare. This guide explains how Prismatic Evolutions is put together, which cards collectors chase, how the reverse holo patterns work and which products make the most sense for collectors in Australia.

Prismatic Evolutions sits in the final stretch of the Scarlet and Violet era, just after Surging Sparks and before Journey Together. Even with newer sets on shelves, it remains one of the most requested sets in our store.

Prismatic Evolutions at a glance

• Release date: 17 January 2025
• Set type: Scarlet and Violet special expansion, sold without a standard booster display box
• Total cards: 180, made up of 131 main set cards and 49 secret rares
• Japanese source: the Terastal Festival ex high class pack
• Headline Pokémon: Eevee ex and all eight Eeveelutions as Pokémon ex, drawn in their Stellar Tera forms
• Special feature: three reverse holo patterns, including the rare Master Ball pattern

How the Prismatic Evolutions card list works

Cards numbered 001 to 131 form the main set, including the double rare Pokémon ex. Everything numbered from 132 to 180 is a secret rare. Unlike most sets, Prismatic Evolutions has no Illustration Rare tier. Instead, the secret range is filled with a large run of Special Illustration Rares, which is a big reason the set feels so premium.

• Ultra Rares: 12 full-art cards
• Special Illustration Rares: 32 cards, covering every Eeveelution ex and several Supporters
• Hyper Rares: 5 gold cards from 176 to 180, including Pikachu ex, Teal Mask Ogerpon ex, Walking Wake ex and Terapagos ex
• ACE SPEC Trainers: 6 cards spread through the main set

With 32 Special Illustration Rares, Prismatic Evolutions packs more top-tier artwork into a single set than almost any other English release. That density is great for collectors, but it also means any one specific card is very hard to pull.

The Stellar Tera artwork is another thing that sets this release apart. Each Eeveelution ex is drawn with crystal-like patterns that shimmer under the foil, and the effect is strongest on the Special Illustration Rares. Seen together in a binder, the nine cards form one of the most striking pages a modern collector can build.

Poké Ball and Master Ball reverse holos

Most sets have one reverse holo version for each common, uncommon and rare. Prismatic Evolutions has three: a standard reverse holo, a Poké Ball pattern and a Master Ball pattern. The Poké Ball pattern turns up regularly, while the Master Ball pattern is far scarcer and replaces a reverse holo slot only occasionally.

Master Ball versions of popular Pokémon, especially Umbreon at 059/131, have sold for much more than many Special Illustration Rares from other sets. If you are opening packs, check every reverse holo carefully before you file it. A Master Ball Eeveelution is easy to overlook in a pile of commons.

A quick tip for sorting: separate your reverse holos into three piles by pattern as you open. It takes a few extra seconds per pack, but it stops a valuable pattern card from slipping into a bulk box by mistake.

Top 10 Prismatic Evolutions chase cards

Values move constantly, so treat this as a ranking based on sales through 2025 and 2026 rather than a price list.

1. Umbreon ex, Special Illustration Rare 161/131
2. Sylveon ex, Special Illustration Rare 156/131
3. Umbreon, Master Ball reverse holo 059/131
4. Leafeon ex, Special Illustration Rare 144/131
5. Espeon ex, Special Illustration Rare 155/131
6. Vaporeon ex, Special Illustration Rare 149/131
7. Glaceon ex, Special Illustration Rare
8. Jolteon ex, Special Illustration Rare 153/131
9. Eevee ex, Special Illustration Rare 167/131
10. Pikachu ex, Hyper Rare 179/131

The Umbreon ex Special Illustration Rare

Known among collectors as the Sunbreon, the Umbreon ex Special Illustration Rare at 161/131 shows Umbreon under a bright sky rather than its usual moonlit setting. It has been the most valuable card in Prismatic Evolutions since release and is one of the most expensive modern English cards. Most collectors buy it as a single, because its pull rate is estimated at well over a thousand packs.

Every Eeveelution is a chase card

What makes Prismatic Evolutions special is that there is no weak Eeveelution. Sylveon, Leafeon, Espeon, Vaporeon, Glaceon, Jolteon and Flareon all have Special Illustration Rares with strong followings, and Eevee ex itself rounds out the family. Many collectors set a goal of completing all nine Special Illustration Rares rather than the entire set.

Hyper Rares and Supporters

The gold Pikachu ex at 179/131 is the most popular Hyper Rare, while Terapagos ex closes the set at 180. Supporter Special Illustration Rares add even more artwork for Trainer fans, and they are usually more affordable than the Eeveelutions.

Prismatic Evolutions for players

Players also had plenty to work with. The Eeveelution ex cards gave Eevee decks real power, and the ACE SPEC Trainers added useful one-per-deck options. Because the main set double rare versions play exactly the same as the Special Illustration Rares, players can build a competitive deck cheaply and leave the premium versions to collectors.

Demand for this set has been unusually strong, and that has two practical effects. First, sealed products have sold out quickly at many retailers, so it pays to buy from stores that receive regular allocations. Second, prices for the top singles have swung up and down far more than usual. If you are buying a high-value card, watch the market for a few weeks before you commit, and always ask for clear photos of the front, back and corners.

How to collect Prismatic Evolutions

1. Complete the 131-card main set first, keeping an eye out for Poké Ball and Master Ball reverse holos
2. Decide whether you want a standard set, a master set or an Eeveelution-only goal
3. Collect the Supporter Special Illustration Rares, which are often cheaper than the Pokémon
4. Buy the Eeveelution Special Illustration Rares one at a time as singles
5. Leave Umbreon ex for last and compare prices across several sellers

A full master set, including every Poké Ball and Master Ball pattern, runs to more than 400 cards. Most collectors choose a narrower goal, such as every Eeveelution in every version.

Condition is especially important for the Eeveelution Special Illustration Rares. The textured surface can show light scratches, and dark borders reveal edge whitening more easily than light ones. Sleeve every hit straight away and keep it in a toploader or magnetic case. If you plan to grade, check the centring before you send anything off, because grading fees and postage from Australia add up quickly.

For younger fans, a single bundle or a sticker collection is a friendly way to join in without the pressure of chasing the most expensive cards. Eevee has a way of turning first-time openers into lifelong collectors.

Best Prismatic Evolutions products to buy

As a special set, Prismatic Evolutions was released in Elite Trainer Boxes, bundles and collection boxes rather than booster displays. These are the main options in our store.

• Prismatic Evolutions Elite Trainer Box: 9 packs, sleeves, dice and a promo card
• Prismatic Evolutions booster bundle: 6 packs and the simplest way to open
• Prismatic Evolutions Super-Premium Collection: the flagship collector box with promos and packs
• Prismatic Evolutions binder collection: packs plus a binder to store your Eeveelutions
• Prismatic Evolutions surprise box: packs and a random promo
• Prismatic Evolutions poster collection: packs plus a poster for display
• Espeon and Umbreon figure box: a figure, promos and packs for Eeveelution fans

See every product in stock on our Prismatic Evolutions product page.

Prismatic Evolutions FAQ

How many cards are in Prismatic Evolutions?

There are 180 cards: 131 main set cards and 49 secret rares, with no Illustration Rare tier.

What is the most valuable Prismatic Evolutions card?

The Umbreon ex Special Illustration Rare 161/131 has been the most valuable card since release.

Are Master Ball reverse holos worth keeping?

Yes. Master Ball versions of popular Pokémon, especially Eevee and the Eeveelutions, sell for far more than standard reverse holos.

Where can I see every card?

The Bulbapedia Prismatic Evolutions page lists all 180 cards with numbers and rarities.

More Scarlet and Violet guides

Keep exploring the late Scarlet and Violet era with our guides to Surging Sparks, Journey Together, Destined Rivals and Black Bolt and White Flare. For the era that followed, start with the Mega Evolution card list, and find every guide on the Obsidia Collectables trading card blog.

Prismatic Evolutions is a set built for collectors. Whether you chase one favourite Eeveelution or try to finish the whole family, take it slowly, check every reverse holo, and enjoy one of the most beautiful sets of the Scarlet and Violet era.