Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box

Command a Rousing Performance

Expand your collection with the Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box, the second main Scarlet & Violet expansion.

Scarlet & Violet—Paldea Evolved was officially released on June 9, 2023 and uses the expansion code SV02, commonly abbreviated as PAL. The expansion introduces evolved Paldea first-partner Pokémon, Legendary Treasures of Ruin Pokémon, and additional Tera Pokémon ex.

Each booster box contains:

• 36 Paldea Evolved booster packs
• 10 game cards per booster pack
• One Basic Energy card per pack
• One Pokémon TCG Live code card per pack
• English-language Pokémon cards
• Pokémon ex opportunities
• Tera Pokémon ex opportunities
• Illustration Rare opportunities
• Ultra Rare opportunities
• Special Illustration Rare opportunities
• Hyper Rare opportunities  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box

Every booster pack contains randomized cards. No individual Pokémon, Trainer, rarity, artwork, pull rate, grading result, or future value is guaranteed.

What Is Included?

Each factory-sealed Paldea Evolved Booster Box includes:

• 36 sealed booster packs
• 360 randomized game cards before duplicates
• 36 Basic Energy cards
• 36 Pokémon TCG Live code cards
• Pokémon and Trainer cards
• Reverse Holo cards
• Holo Rare opportunities  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box
• Pokémon ex opportunities
• Tera Pokémon ex opportunities
• Factory-sealed display packaging

A standard booster box does not include:

• Card sleeves
• Damage-counter dice
• Condition markers  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box
• Storage dividers
• A player’s guide
• A guaranteed promotional card

About the Paldea Evolved Expansion

Paldea Evolved focuses on fully evolved first-partner Pokémon and the Legendary Treasures of Ruin.

The expansion contains:

• More than 190 cards
• 15 Pokémon ex
• Three Tera Pokémon ex  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box
• Illustration Rare Pokémon
• Ultra Rare Pokémon and Trainers
• Special Illustration Rare cards
• Hyper Rare gold cards

Chien-Pao ex

Chien-Pao ex is one of the expansion’s signature Legendary Pokémon.

Collectors may search for:

• Chien-Pao ex Double Rare
• Chien-Pao ex Ultra Rare  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box
• Chien-Pao ex Special Illustration Rare

It appeals to:

• Legendary Pokémon collectors
• Water-type players
• Competitive players
• Scarlet & Violet collectors
• Graded-card collectors

No version of Chien-Pao ex is guaranteed inside a booster box.

Ting-Lu ex

Ting-Lu ex is another Treasure of Ruin Pokémon featured in the expansion.

Its high durability and disruptive abilities make it attractive to:

• Ground-type collectors
• Competitive players
• Legendary Pokémon fans
• Pokémon ex collectors

Chi-Yu ex

Chi-Yu ex combines Fire-type attacks with one of Paldea’s Legendary Treasures of Ruin.

Collectors may search for:

• Chi-Yu ex Double Rare  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box
• Chi-Yu ex Ultra Rare
• Chi-Yu ex Special Illustration Rare

It appeals to Fire-type collectors, Legendary Pokémon fans, and competitive deck builders.

Wo-Chien ex

Wo-Chien ex completes the Treasures of Ruin Pokémon ex lineup.

Its premium artwork and strategic abilities make it popular among:

• Grass-type collectors
• Legendary Pokémon collectors
• Illustration Rare enthusiasts
• Pokémon ex players

Paldea First Partner Evolutions

Paldea Evolved showcases the fully evolved Paldea starter Pokémon:

• Meowscarada ex
• Skeledirge ex  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box
•  Quaquaval ex

These Pokémon are among the expansion’s headline cards and are available in multiple rarities.

Additional Featured Pokémon

Paldea Evolved includes:

• Chien-Pao ex
• Ting-Lu ex
• Chi-Yu ex
• Wo-Chien ex
• Meowscarada ex  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box
• Skeledirge ex
• Quaquaval ex
• Tinkaton ex
• Forretress ex
• Dedenne ex
• Slowking ex
• Bellibolt ex
• Lycanroc ex
• Noivern ex
• Baxcalibur

Illustration Rare Cards

Illustration Rare cards feature extended artwork covering most of the card.

Popular Illustration Rare Pokémon include:

• Magikarp
• Raichu  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box    Tyranitar
• Sudowoodo
• Marill
• Heracross
• Bramblin
• Fuecoco
• Crocalor  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box
• Sprigatito

These cards are especially popular with artwork collectors and master-set builders.

Magikarp Illustration Rare

The Magikarp Illustration Rare is widely regarded as one of the expansion’s most desirable collectibles.

Its dramatic underwater artwork has made it one of the most sought-after Illustration Rare cards from the Scarlet & Violet era.

Special Illustration Rare Cards

Popular Special Illustration Rare cards include:

• Chien-Pao ex
• Ting-Lu ex  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box
• Wo-Chien ex
• Chi-Yu ex
• Iono
• Meowscarada ex
• Skeledirge ex
• Quaquaval ex

These cards combine premium rarity with detailed full-card artwork.

Trainer Cards

Featured Trainer cards include:

• Iono
• Dendra
• Boss’s Orders (Ghetsis)
• Grusha
• Giacomo
• Saguaro  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box

Trainer cards may appear as:

• Standard Supporter cards
• Ultra Rare cards
• Special Illustration Rare cards

Popular Paldea Evolved Chase Cards

Collectors commonly search for:

• Iono Special Illustration Rare
• Magikarp Illustration Rare
• Chien-Pao ex Special Illustration Rare
• Meowscarada ex Special Illustration Rare
• Skeledirge ex Special Illustration Rare
• Quaquaval ex Special Illustration Rare
• Tyranitar Illustration Rare
• Raichu Illustration Rare  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box
• Gold Hyper Rare cards

No chase card or rarity is guaranteed.

Competitive Deck Building

Paldea Evolved introduced several important competitive cards including:

• Chien-Pao ex
• Baxcalibur
• Ting-Lu ex  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box
• Iono
• Meowscarada ex
• Skeledirge ex
• Quaquaval ex
• Tinkaton ex

Many of these cards became staples in Scarlet & Violet competitive play.

Paldea Evolved Booster Box Versus Elite Trainer Box

Booster Box

Includes:

• 36 booster packs
• 360 game cards before duplicates  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box
• Maximum standard pack quantity
• Excellent for master-set building
• Factory-sealed display packaging

Elite Trainer Box

Includes:

• Nine booster packs
• Full-art Pikachu promo card
• Card sleeves
• Basic Energy cards  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box
• Dice
• Condition markers
• Player’s guide
• Collector’s storage box

Choose the Booster Box when your priority is opening more booster packs.

Why Choose a 36-Pack Booster Box?

A Paldea Evolved Booster Box is ideal for:

• Large openings
• Master-set building
• Collecting Legendary Pokémon
• Hunting Illustration Rares  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box
• Competitive deck building
• Trading duplicate cards
• Retail inventory
• Factory-sealed collecting

Factory-Sealed Collecting

Collectors often display Paldea Evolved alongside:

• Scarlet & Violet Base Booster Box
• Obsidian Flames Booster Box
• Paradox Rift Booster Box  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box
• Temporal Forces Booster Box
• Twilight Masquerade Booster Box
• Surging Sparks Booster Box

Store sealed boxes away from sunlight, heat, moisture, and excessive pressure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many booster packs are included?

The Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box contains 36 factory-sealed booster packs. Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box

How many cards are in each booster pack?

Each booster pack contains 10 game cards, one Basic Energy card, and one Pokémon TCG Live code card.

When was Paldea Evolved released?

June 9, 2023.

What is the expansion code?

SV02 (PAL).  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box

Is Chien-Pao ex included?

Yes. Chien-Pao ex is one of the expansion’s featured Legendary Pokémon.  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box

Does the set include Illustration Rare cards?

Yes. Paldea Evolved includes Illustration Rare, Ultra Rare, Special Illustration Rare, and Hyper Rare cards.

Is Iono included?

Yes. Iono appears as one of the expansion’s most popular Trainer cards.  Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box

Is a promotional card included?

No. A standard Booster Box does not include a guaranteed promo card.

Are the cards in English?

Yes.

Final Thoughts

The Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box delivers 36 English booster packs from one of the strongest early Scarlet & Violet expansions.

Collectors and players can search for Chien-Pao ex, Ting-Lu ex, Chi-Yu ex, Wo-Chien ex, Meowscarada ex, Skeledirge ex, Quaquaval ex, the iconic Iono Special Illustration Rare, Magikarp Illustration Rare, premium Trainer cards, and Hyper Rare gold cards.

Whether you are completing a master set, building competitive decks, collecting Paldea’s Legendary Pokémon, or preserving a factory-sealed display, Paldea Evolved remains one of the most collectible Scarlet & Violet booster boxes.

Product Attributes

Brand: Pokémon
Trading Card Game: Pokémon TCG
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Expansion: Scarlet & Violet—Paldea Evolved
Expansion Code: SV02
Set Abbreviation: PAL
Product Type: Booster Box
Edition: English Edition
Featured Pokémon: Chien-Pao ex
Additional Featured Pokémon: Ting-Lu ex, Chi-Yu ex, Wo-Chien ex, Meowscarada ex, Skeledirge ex, and Quaquaval ex
Featured Trainer: Iono
Booster Packs: 36
Game Cards Per Pack: 10
Total Game Cards Before Duplicates: 360
Basic Energy: One per pack
Pokémon TCG Live Code: One per pack
Language: English
Condition: New
Packaging: Factory sealed
Release Date: June 9, 2023
Featured Mechanics: Pokémon ex and Tera Pokémon ex
Featured Rarities: Illustration Rare, Ultra Rare, Special Illustration Rare, and Hyper Rare

Explore the Paldea Evolved release with the Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box, supplied as one factory-sealed English booster box. The product is intended for collectors, players, and sealed Pokémon TCG displays. Protect the box from moisture, direct sunlight, and temperature extremes. Individual booster packs contain randomized cards, so exact pulls, rarities, and specific cards cannot be guaranteed. Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Booster Box