Evolving Skies
Don't rip Evolving Skies right now.
−75%
$286.48 sealed → $72.07 EV | EV/pack: $8.99
Even the best product loses −$214.41 on average.
If you must open something: Evolving Skies Build & Battle Box loses the least at −$214.41.
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Evolving Skies Build & Battle Box
MSRP $21.99 • Market price $286.48 • Return −75%
Set EV History
Recent movement in set-level EV based on current pricing and pull-rate assumptions.
EV Trend
EV per pack and best product return over time.
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Chase Cards
What you could pull from this set, ranked by value.
Umbreon VMAX (Alternate Art Secret)
#215/203
SR$1902.61
EV: $1.34
Dragonite V (Alternate Full Art)
#192/203
UR$388.83
EV: $1.04
Umbreon V (Alternate Full Art)
#189/203
UR$326.23
EV: $0.87
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Rayquaza V (Alternate Full Art)
#194/203
UR$283.11
EV: $0.76
Espeon V (Alternate Full Art)
#180/203
UR$209.71
EV: $0.56
Rayquaza VMAX (Alternate Art Secret)
#218/203
SR$740.79
EV: $0.52
Sylveon V (Alternate Full Art)
#184/203
UR$149.54
EV: $0.40
Glaceon V (Alternate Full Art)
#175/203
UR$127.94
EV: $0.34
Leafeon V (Alternate Full Art)
#167/203
UR$126.17
EV: $0.34
Sylveon VMAX (Alternate Art Secret)
#212/203
SR$345.75
EV: $0.24
Deep Dives
Expandable sections for the EV math, pull-rate tables, and editorial FAQ.
The Math — EV Breakdown & Pull Rates
| Rarity | Cards | Avg Value | Range | Pull Rate | EV/Pack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Rare(UR) | 71 | $31.77 | $0.77–$388.83 | 19.00% | $6.04 |
| Secret Rare(SR) | 34 | $120.11 | $2.28–$1902.61 | 2.40% | $2.88 |
| Holo Rare(H) | 20 | $0.32 | $0.20–$0.46 | 22.00% | $0.07 |
| Total EV / Pack | $8.99 | ||||
| Rarity | Pull Rate | Odds | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holo Rare(H) | 22.00% | 1 in 5 | 630 |
| Ultra Rare(UR) | 19.00% | 1 in 5 | 630 |
| Secret Rare(SR) | 2.40% | 1 in 42 | 630 |
Sources: https://www.digitaltq.com/evolving-skies-best-cards-to-pull-pokemon-tcg, https://www.digitaltq.com/vivid-voltage-booster-pull-rates-pokemon-tcg, https://pack-kingdom.com/pokemon-booster-pack-pull-rates/
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Evolving Skies worth opening?
- At current market prices, Evolving Skies Build & Battle Box loses $214.41 on average. You are better off keeping it sealed or buying singles directly.
- What is the EV of a Evolving Skies booster pack?
- The expected value of a single Evolving Skies booster pack is $8.99 based on current TCGPlayer market prices and community pull rate data.
- What is the MSRP for Evolving Skies products?
- Evolving Skies Build & Battle Box launched at $21.99 MSRP. Compare that to the current sealed market price of $286.48 to see how far Evolving Skies pricing has moved from retail.
- What are the best cards to pull in Evolving Skies?
- The most valuable cards in Evolving Skies are Umbreon VMAX (Alternate Art Secret) ($1902.61), Dragonite V (Alternate Full Art) ($388.83), Umbreon V (Alternate Full Art) ($326.23).
- How often do you pull a chase card in Evolving Skies?
- Pull rates are based on 630 pack openings from community sources. See the pull rate table below for exact odds per rarity tier.
- What is the best Evolving Skies product to buy?
- Based on current EV calculations, Evolving Skies Build & Battle Box offers the best return at −75% (−$214.41). It contains 4 packs and is priced at $286.48.
- How often are Evolving Skies prices updated?
- All prices are updated daily at 21:00 UTC using TCGPlayer market prices via TCGCSV. EV calculations refresh automatically with each price update.
- What is cash-out EV for Evolving Skies?
- Cash-out EV is the expected value after marketplace fees, shipping, and liquidity discounts. We apply a 0.64x multiplier to market EV. For Evolving Skies Build & Battle Box, cash-out EV is $46.12 versus $72.07 market EV.
- How do pull rates work for Evolving Skies?
- Pull rates represent the probability of pulling each rarity tier from a single booster pack. They are based on 630 community pack openings. Each rarity tier has a different pull rate — higher rarities are harder to pull but typically more valuable.
As of April 2026, Evolving Skies products lose an average of $662.84 (−86%) based on current TCGPlayer market prices and community-sourced pull rate data from 630+ pack openings.