Evolving Skies
Don't rip Evolving Skies right now.
−74%
$260.80 sealed → $67.62 EV | EV/pack: $8.32
Even the best product loses −$193.18 on average.
If you must open something: Evolving Skies Build & Battle Box loses the least at −$193.18.
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Evolving Skies Build & Battle Box
MSRP $21.99 • Market price $260.80 • Return −74%
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.
Best Sealed Products
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Chase Cards
What you could pull from this set, ranked by value.
Umbreon VMAX (Alternate Art Secret)
#215/203
SR$1749.95
EV: $1.24
Dragonite V (Alternate Full Art)
#192/203
UR$362.77
EV: $0.97
Umbreon V (Alternate Full Art)
#189/203
UR$302.26
EV: $0.81
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Rayquaza V (Alternate Full Art)
#194/203
UR$280.78
EV: $0.75
Espeon V (Alternate Full Art)
#180/203
UR$205.22
EV: $0.55
Rayquaza VMAX (Alternate Art Secret)
#218/203
SR$674.76
EV: $0.48
Sylveon V (Alternate Full Art)
#184/203
UR$141.08
EV: $0.38
Leafeon V (Alternate Full Art)
#167/203
UR$112.31
EV: $0.30
Glaceon V (Alternate Full Art)
#175/203
UR$109.62
EV: $0.29
Sylveon VMAX (Alternate Art Secret)
#212/203
SR$321.40
EV: $0.23
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 | $29.55 | $0.62–$362.77 | 19.00% | $5.61 |
| Secret Rare(SR) | 34 | $110.43 | $2.17–$1749.95 | 2.40% | $2.65 |
| Holo Rare(H) | 20 | $0.30 | $0.17–$0.44 | 22.00% | $0.06 |
| Total EV / Pack | $8.32 | ||||
| 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 $193.18 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 $8.32 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 $260.80 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) ($1749.95), Dragonite V (Alternate Full Art) ($362.77), Umbreon V (Alternate Full Art) ($302.26).
- 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 −74% (−$193.18). It contains 4 packs and is priced at $260.80.
- 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 $43.28 versus $67.62 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 March 2026, Evolving Skies products lose an average of $596.03 (−84%) based on current TCGPlayer market prices and community-sourced pull rate data from 630+ pack openings.