Pokemon TCG Scarlet and Violet - 151 Expansion: A Collector’s Treasure Trove

Pokemon TCG Scarlet and Violet - 151 Expansion: A Collector’s Treasure Trove

Pokémon, a name synonymous with adventure, strategy, and cherished childhood memories, continues to captivate fans with its ever-expanding universe. The latest addition to this world of wonder is the Pokémon Cards 151 Set, a collection that not only celebrates the iconic original Pokémon but also introduces fresh elements that make it a must-have for collectors.This throwback set of the original 151 set contain the Illustration Rare and Special Illustration Rare versions of the complete evolution line of of Kanto's trio starter Pokémon. Let’s delve into what makes this set so special.

A Generous Set

The set includes 165 cards, not counting the secret rares, and features 45 secret rares, bringing the total to 210 cards. With such a large set, the chances of pulling specific cards have decreased slightly, but the distribution of each rarity remains generally consistent.

Besides the usual Holo Energy, there are 12 Double Rare cards in Scarlet & Viole 151 expansion, all of which are regular-version Pokémon ex cards like Blastoise ex and Venusaur ex.

Check our Venusaur ex here

Next are 16 Ultra Rare cards in this Scarlet and Violet expansion with 12 Full Art Pokémon ex like Alakazam ex, and four Full Art Trainers like Bill's Transfer

Outside the first 165 cards, the set go straight to 16 Illustration Rare cards in Scarlet and Violet 151, all of which are full-card alternate art versions of normal (non-ex) Pokémon, like Charmander and Pikachu. All Kanto's Starter also get Secret Art Illustration for all their evolutions.

Next are the usual cream of the crop, seven Special Illustration Rare cards are available in Pokemon 151 set, all of which feature full-card alternate art. Five are Pokémon ex like Charizard ex, and the other two are Trainers like Erika's Invitation

Add Blastoise Secret Art Rare to complete your collection

But there's more! The Scarlet and Violet expansion introduced Hyper Rare cards when it debuted. These are Full Art Secret cards that highlight Pokémon, items, Pokémon tools, stadiums, and both basic and special energy on gilded cards with gold backgrounds. Hyper rare cards feature an additional layer of glitter foil and can be identified through having three gold stars (Hyper Rare) as their rarity symbol.

Complete your collection with Hyper Rare Switch from our store

And now, exclusively in the Japanese version, the Masterball Reverse Holo is available, with only one per box of the Scarlet & Violet 151 Expansion. This Masterball Reverse Holo is a variation of the regular Reverse Holo, featuring a Masterball pattern instead of the standard Pokeball design. All Pokémon except Mew, have this unique variation. Additionally, all items and trainers card also have Masterball Reverse Holo variation.

We have few of the rare Masterball Reverse Holo in our store

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