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Evolving Skies: Chase Cards, Products & Buying Guide

Pokémon TCGSWSH7Released August 27, 2021203 cards + 34 secret

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Quick answer

Legendary chase set that contains “Moonbreon” — the Umbreon VMAX alternate art, widely considered the most iconic modern Pokémon card. Sealed product trades far above original MSRP.

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Top chase cards

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Packs & boxes for this set

Prices, availability and market trends can change. Always check current listings before buying.

Rarity structure

  • Common / Uncommon / Rare
  • Double Rare (ex)Playable ex Pokémon
  • Ultra RareFull-art Pokémon and Trainers
  • Illustration RareAlternate-art scene cards
  • Special Illustration RareTop chase tier for most sets
  • Hyper RareGold secret rares

Estimated pull rates

Larger sample · 8 000 packsDemo data

Observed per-pack rates for Evolving Skies alt arts.

CategoryEstimated ratePer packNote
Any Alternate Art Secret~1 in 190 packs0.53%
Moonbreon (Umbreon VMAX alt) specifically~1 in 2 300 packs0.04%Single-card estimate; extreme variance
Any V/VMAX Ultra Rare~1 in 9 packs11.11%

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Singles or sealed?

If your goal is a specific card like Umbreon VMAX “Moonbreon” (Alternate Art Secret) ($1,350 snapshot), buying the single is usually more predictable than opening product. Sealed products make sense when you enjoy opening packs, want broad set exposure, or are gifting.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the chase cards in Evolving Skies?

The most sought-after cards include Umbreon VMAX “Moonbreon” (Alternate Art Secret), Rayquaza VMAX (Alternate Art Secret), Sylveon VMAX (Alternate Art Secret). Prices are snapshots — check current listings before buying.

Does any Evolving Skies product guarantee a chase card?

No. Pack contents are random, and no booster product guarantees a specific card unless explicitly stated on the product.

Should I buy Evolving Skies singles or sealed products?

If you want specific cards, singles are usually more predictable and often cheaper overall. Sealed products suit collectors who enjoy opening packs or want broad exposure to the set.

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Sources

  • TCG Comp editorial analysis — Editorial assessments (chase scores, best-for labels) are opinions, not facts or advice.
  • TCGplayer marketplace listings — Linked for current listings. Prices shown on TCG Comp are snapshots, not live TCGplayer data.