Pokémon TCG Sword and Shield – Evolving Skies Elite Trainer Box

Attribute Name: ETB Design

Variation 1: Jolteon, Flareon, Umbreon and Leafeon
Variation 2: Vaporeon, Espeon, Glaceon and Sylveon
Variation 3: Both Evolving Skies ETBs

Pokémon TCG Sword and Shield – Evolving Skies Elite Trainer Box

Rise Above the Clouds

Explore powerful Dragon-type Pokémon and beloved Eeveelutions with the Pokémon TCG Sword and Shield – Evolving Skies Elite Trainer Box.

Evolving Skies brings together Rayquaza, Duraludon, Dragonite, Noivern, and all eight Eevee Evolutions in one exciting Sword and Shield expansion.

Collectors can search for Pokémon V, Pokémon VMAX, Rainbow Rare cards, Gold Secret Rare cards, Full-Art Trainers, and some of the most recognized alternate-art cards from the Sword and Shield era.

The standard Elite Trainer Box is available in two official artwork variations. Both editions contain the same number of booster packs and gameplay accessories, but the sleeves, dividers, and exterior artwork feature different groups of Eeveelutions.

What Is Included?

Each standard Evolving Skies Elite Trainer Box contains:

• 8 Sword and Shield – Evolving Skies booster packs
• 65 Eeveelution-themed card sleeves   –  Pokémon TCG Sword and Shield – Evolving Skies Elite Trainer Box
• 45 Pokémon TCG Energy cards
• 1 player’s guide to the Evolving Skies expansion
• 1 Pokémon TCG rulebook
• 6 damage-counter dice   –  Pokémon TCG Sword and Shield – Evolving Skies Elite Trainer Box
• 1 competition-legal coin-flip die
• 2 acrylic condition markers
• 4 card dividers
• 1 reusable collector storage box     –  Pokémon TCG Sword and Shield – Evolving Skies Elite Trainer Box
• 1 Pokémon TCG Live code card

Cards inside the booster packs are randomized. The standard Evolving Skies Elite Trainer Box does not include a guaranteed physical promotional card.

Choose Your Evolving Skies ETB Design

Jolteon, Flareon, Umbreon, and Leafeon Edition

This version features four popular Eeveelutions:

• Jolteon
• Flareon
• Umbreon
• Leafeon

The box includes coordinated card sleeves, dividers, and exterior artwork featuring these Pokémon.

This edition is especially appealing to Umbreon, Fire-type, Lightning-type, Grass-type, and Eeveelution collectors.

Vaporeon, Espeon, Glaceon, and Sylveon Edition

This version features:

• Vaporeon
• Espeon
• Glaceon
• Sylveon

Its coordinated accessories showcase the Water-type, Psychic-type, Ice-type, and Fairy-inspired Eeveelutions.

Both standard editions contain eight Evolving Skies booster packs and provide the same general gameplay supplies.

Discover the Eeveelutions

Evolving Skies features all eight Eevee Evolutions across Pokémon V and Pokémon VMAX cards.

Collectors may discover:

• Umbreon V
• Umbreon VMAX
• Sylveon V
• Sylveon VMAX
• Leafeon V
• Leafeon VMAX
• Glaceon V
• Glaceon VMAX
• Espeon V
• Vaporeon V
• Jolteon V
• Flareon V

Several Eeveelutions appear as premium alternate-art cards with detailed illustrations extending across the full card.

Powerful Dragon-Type Pokémon

Evolving Skies marked the return of Dragon-type Pokémon cards to the Pokémon TCG.

Featured Dragon-type Pokémon include:

• Rayquaza V
• Rayquaza VMAX
• Duraludon V
• Duraludon VMAX
• Dragonite V
• Noivern V
• Dracozolt V
• Dracozolt VMAX

Dragon-type cards use distinctive visual styling and may require combinations of different Energy types to attack.

Popular Evolving Skies Chase Cards

Some of the expansion’s most sought-after cards include:

• Umbreon VMAX Alternate Art
• Rayquaza VMAX Alternate Art
• Leafeon VMAX Alternate Art
• Glaceon VMAX Alternate Art
• Sylveon VMAX Alternate Art
• Umbreon V Alternate Art
• Rayquaza V Alternate Art
• Dragonite V Alternate Art
• Espeon V Alternate Art
• Sylveon V Alternate Art
• Leafeon V Alternate Art
• Glaceon V Alternate Art
• Noivern V Alternate Art
• Duraludon VMAX Alternate Art

No chase card or specific rarity is guaranteed inside the booster packs.

Umbreon VMAX Alternate Art

Umbreon VMAX Alternate Art is one of the most recognized cards from the Sword and Shield era.

Its artwork depicts Umbreon reaching toward the moon from the top of a building while other Pokémon appear below.

The card is found randomly in Evolving Skies booster packs and is not included as a guaranteed card in the Elite Trainer Box.

Rayquaza VMAX Alternate Art

Rayquaza VMAX is another signature collector card from Evolving Skies.

Its alternate artwork displays Rayquaza flying above a colorful landscape. Rayquaza’s popularity and the card’s detailed illustration make it a major target for collectors.

Several other Rayquaza cards are included in the expansion, including Rayquaza V, Rayquaza VMAX, Full Art, Rainbow Rare, and Gold Rare variations.

Pokémon VMAX

Pokémon VMAX cards represent Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon with high HP and powerful attacks.

Evolving Skies includes Pokémon VMAX such as:

• Umbreon VMAX
• Sylveon VMAX
• Leafeon VMAX
• Glaceon VMAX
• Rayquaza VMAX
• Duraludon VMAX
• Dracozolt VMAX
• Garbodor VMAX
• Gyarados VMAX
• Trevenant VMAX

When a Pokémon VMAX is Knocked Out, the opponent takes three Prize cards, creating a balance between power and risk.

Eeveelution-Themed Accessories

Each box includes 65 themed card sleeves featuring the Pokémon shown on the selected ETB design.

The sleeves are enough to protect a standard 60-card Pokémon TCG deck while providing five spare sleeves.

The coordinated theme also appears on:

• The collector box
• Card dividers
• Product packaging
• Player’s guide artwork

These accessories are suitable for organizing Evolving Skies cards or creating an Eeveelution-themed deck and display.

Premium Gameplay Supplies

The Elite Trainer Box includes useful accessories for Pokémon TCG play.

Energy Cards

The 45 Energy cards provide a foundation for building and adjusting playable decks.

Damage-Counter Dice

The six included dice can be used to track damage during matches.

Condition Markers

The acrylic markers indicate when a Pokémon is Burned or Poisoned.

Player’s Guide

The guide contains information about the Evolving Skies expansion and can help collectors track cards from the set.

Card Dividers

Four dividers help separate cards by rarity, Pokémon type, set number, deck, or collection category.

Standard Edition vs Pokémon Center Edition

Standard Evolving Skies Elite Trainer Box

• 8 Evolving Skies booster packs
• 65 Eeveelution-themed card sleeves
• 45 Energy cards
• Standard gameplay accessories
• No guaranteed physical promo card

Pokémon Center Evolving Skies Elite Trainer Box

The Pokémon Center editions contain:

• 10 Evolving Skies booster packs
• 65 matte card sleeves
• 1 special Eevee pin
• 1 metallic coin
• Pokémon Center-exclusive packaging
• Additional premium accessories

Two Pokémon Center artwork versions were released, matching the same two Eeveelution groups. The official Pokémon Center listings confirm that these exclusive editions contain 10 booster packs and an Eevee pin.

Reusable Collector Storage

The sturdy ETB box can be reused after the booster packs are opened.

It is ideal for storing:

• Evolving Skies cards
• Eeveelution cards
• Sleeved decks
• Energy cards
• Booster packs
• Alternate-art cards
• Damage-counter dice
• Condition markers
• Other trading-card accessories

Valuable cards should be placed in protective sleeves and stored away from direct sunlight, moisture, dust, and extreme temperatures.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many booster packs are included?

The standard Evolving Skies Elite Trainer Box contains 8 booster packs.

Does the standard ETB include a promo card?

No. The standard Evolving Skies ETB does not contain a guaranteed physical promotional card.

How many standard designs are available?

There are two official standard ETB designs.

Which Pokémon appear on the first version?

The first design features Jolteon, Flareon, Umbreon, and Leafeon.

Which Pokémon appear on the second version?

The second design features Vaporeon, Espeon, Glaceon, and Sylveon.

Is Umbreon VMAX guaranteed?

No. Umbreon VMAX and all other booster-pack cards are randomized.

Does Evolving Skies include Dragon-type Pokémon?

Yes. The expansion features Rayquaza, Duraludon, Dragonite, Noivern, and other Dragon-type Pokémon.

Is this the Pokémon Center edition?

No. This listing describes the standard retail Elite Trainer Box unless the product title specifically states Pokémon Center Edition.

Final Thoughts

The Pokémon TCG Sword and Shield – Evolving Skies Elite Trainer Box combines eight booster packs, Eeveelution-themed sleeves, Energy cards, gameplay accessories, and reusable collector storage.

With Umbreon VMAX, Rayquaza VMAX, Dragonite V, Sylveon VMAX, and numerous alternate-art Pokémon, Evolving Skies offers exceptional appeal for Eeveelution fans, Dragon-type collectors, Sword and Shield enthusiasts, and sealed-product collectors.

Choose your preferred Eeveelution design or collect both standard boxes to complete the matching Evolving Skies Elite Trainer Box pair.

Product Attributes

Brand: Pokémon
Trading Card Game: Pokémon TCG
Series: Sword and Shield
Expansion: Evolving Skies
Product Type: Elite Trainer Box
Available Designs: Jolteon, Flareon, Umbreon and Leafeon or Vaporeon, Espeon, Glaceon and Sylveon
Booster Packs: 8
Promotional Card: Not Included
Card Sleeves: 65 Eeveelution-Themed Sleeves
Energy Cards: 45
Storage Dividers: 4
Condition Markers: 2
Language: English
Condition: New
Packaging: Factory Sealed
Digital Content: Pokémon TCG Live Code Card
Release Year: 2021

Pokémon TCG Sword and Shield – Evolving Skies Elite Trainer Box