Market outlook
Rising Outlook 8/10
Graded high-end sales like graded 10 at $400 show strength for SIR despite raw Double Rare price drops, boosted by Espeon popularity and set hype.
Next months. Stable to slight rise in graded prices over next 3-6 months post-set completion.
Long term. Strong appreciation in 1-3 years for graded 10 copies as supply dries up in vintage SV era.
History
Espeon is a Psychic-type Pokémon that evolves from Eevee when leveled up during the day, known for its precognitive abilities, heightened intelligence, and ability to anticipate danger by the direction of its tail fur. As an 'ex' card, it represents a powerful variant in Pokémon TCG with enhanced stats and attacks.
First printed in the Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Prismatic Evolutions set released in 2025.
- This is the Special Illustration Rare variant numbered 155/131, featuring a Tera Pokémon design with 270 HP and attacks like Psych Out (160 damage)
- Part of a set focusing on evolutions with prismatic art themes
- One of multiple Espeon ex variants including Double Rare (034/131) and promo versions
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Secret Rare
- Print run
- Low
- First printed in
- Scarlet & Violet: Prismatic Evolutions (2025)
- Demand
- High
- Supply
- Scarce
- Special Illustration Rare (SIR) pull rate under 1/100 packs
- Numbered 155/131 exceeds set size indicating secret sheet placement
- Tera Pokémon design increases visual appeal and chase factor
Collector notes
Condition. Check for centering issues on the intricate Special Illustration artwork, print lines on holofoil patterns, edge whitening, surface scratches on the glossy Tera variant finish, and corner wear common in booster-fresh pulls.
Storage. Store in semi-rigid top-loaders with sleeves in a cool, dry environment away from sunlight to prevent holo oxidation; use album pages or binders for display but prioritize hard cases for high-value SIR cards.
Authenticity. Verify holographic patterns match official prismatic shimmer, check font consistency on card number 155/131 and set symbol; scan QR code if present, compare to official images, and use graded/graded authentication for grades; fakes often have blurry art or incorrect Tera markings.
Sources: sportscardinvestor.com, comc.com, psacard.com, pricecharting.com, tcgplayer.com