Scarlet & Violet
Don't rip Scarlet & Violet right now.
−50%
$295.19 sealed → $147.27 EV | EV/pack: $2.41
Even the best product loses −$147.92 on average.
If you must open something: Scarlet & Violet PC ETB loses the least at −$147.92.
Best product to check
Scarlet & Violet PC ETB
MSRP $49.99 • Market price $295.19 • Return −50%
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.
Gardevoir ex - 245/198
#245/198
SIR$89.74
EV: $0.28
Drowzee - 210/198
#210/198
IR$60.61
EV: $0.19
Kirlia - 212/198
#212/198
IR$52.36
EV: $0.17
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Ralts - 211/198
#211/198
IR$43.47
EV: $0.14
Riolu - 215/198
#215/198
IR$38.57
EV: $0.12
Slowpoke - 204/198
#204/198
IR$38.07
EV: $0.12
Miriam - 251/198
#251/198
SIR$26.45
EV: $0.08
Miraidon ex - 244/198
#244/198
SIR$25.87
EV: $0.08
Fidough - 213/198
#213/198
IR$21.71
EV: $0.07
Koraidon ex - 247/198
#247/198
SIR$22.34
EV: $0.07
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illustration Rare(IR) | 24 | $17.17 | $4.27–$60.61 | 7.70% | $1.32 |
| Special Illustration Rare(SIR) | 10 | $20.43 | $4.32–$89.74 | 3.10% | $0.63 |
| Ultra Rare(UR) | 20 | $3.42 | $1.14–$14.64 | 6.70% | $0.23 |
| Hyper Rare(HR) | 6 | $6.38 | $4.05–$9.36 | 1.90% | $0.12 |
| Double Rare(RR) | 12 | $0.80 | $0.57–$1.81 | 14.30% | $0.11 |
| Total EV / Pack | $2.41 | ||||
| Rarity | Pull Rate | Odds | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double Rare(RR) | 14.30% | 1 in 7 | 8,000 |
| Illustration Rare(IR) | 7.70% | 1 in 13 | 8,000 |
| Ultra Rare(UR) | 6.70% | 1 in 15 | 8,000 |
| Special Illustration Rare(SIR) | 3.10% | 1 in 32 | 8,000 |
| Hyper Rare(HR) | 1.90% | 1 in 53 | 8,000 |
Sources: https://www.tcgplayer.com/content/article/Pokemon-TCG-Scarlet-Violet-Pull-Rates/a7702fce-dd64-4a58-beb1-0f871c853215/, https://www.digitaltq.com/scarlet-violet-pull-rates-pokemon-tcg, https://cardshoplive.com/pages/hit-rates-for-pokemon-tcg-scarlet-and-violet
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Scarlet & Violet worth opening?
- At current market prices, Scarlet & Violet PC ETB loses $147.92 on average. You are better off keeping it sealed or buying singles directly.
- What is the EV of a Scarlet & Violet booster pack?
- The expected value of a single Scarlet & Violet booster pack is $2.41 based on current TCGPlayer market prices and community pull rate data.
- What is the MSRP for Scarlet & Violet products?
- Scarlet & Violet PC ETB launched at $49.99 MSRP. Compare that to the current sealed market price of $295.19 to see how far Scarlet & Violet pricing has moved from retail.
- What are the best cards to pull in Scarlet & Violet?
- The most valuable cards in Scarlet & Violet are Gardevoir ex - 245/198 ($89.74), Drowzee - 210/198 ($60.61), Kirlia - 212/198 ($52.36).
- How often do you pull a chase card in Scarlet & Violet?
- Pull rates are based on 8,000 pack openings from community sources. See the pull rate table below for exact odds per rarity tier.
- What is the best Scarlet & Violet product to buy?
- Based on current EV calculations, Scarlet & Violet PC ETB offers the best return at −50% (−$147.92). It contains 11 packs and is priced at $295.19.
- How often are Scarlet & Violet 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 Scarlet & Violet?
- Cash-out EV is the expected value after marketplace fees, shipping, and liquidity discounts. We apply a 0.64x multiplier to market EV. For Scarlet & Violet PC ETB, cash-out EV is $94.25 versus $147.27 market EV.
- How do pull rates work for Scarlet & Violet?
- Pull rates represent the probability of pulling each rarity tier from a single booster pack. They are based on 8,000 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, Scarlet & Violet products lose an average of $63.21 (−72%) based on current TCGPlayer market prices and community-sourced pull rate data from 8,000+ pack openings.