Pokemon Paldea Evolved Set
A massive 279-card expansion diving deeper into Paldea with the Treasures of Ruin and expanded Illustration Rare lineup.
Overview
Paldea Evolved is a massive 279-card expansion released in June 2023, significantly expanding the Scarlet & Violet card pool. The set features the Treasures of Ruin quartet (Ting-Lu, Chien-Pao, Chi-Yu, Wo-Chien) as powerful ex cards, alongside Paldean evolutions and a generous Special Art Rare selection. The large set size provides extensive variety but challenges collectors with diluted pull rates.
Most Valuable Cards
Ting-Lu ex Special Art Rare (#268) is a standout at $30-50 near-mint with its ancient ruins artwork. Chien-Pao ex Special Art Rare (#261) commands $25-40. The Illustration Rare Dedenne ex is a surprise collectible at $15-25. Noivern ex SAR and Clefable ex SAR also hold strong at $20-35 each. Squawkabilly ex SAR has become a modern classic.
Cards from Paldea Evolved
Completion Tips
At 279 cards, Paldea Evolved is a marathon to complete. The Treasures of Ruin make a thematic quartet worth collecting together. The set has many affordable Illustration Rares that provide collection depth without breaking the bank. Target the most expensive SARs as singles.
Scan with Pokex
With 279 cards spanning multiple rarity tiers, Paldea Evolved demands systematic tracking. The scanner catalogs your progress across regular, holo, ex, Illustration Rare, Special Art Rare, and gold tiers. It helps identify which of the many ex variants you own and which remain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1 What are the Treasures of Ruin?
The Treasures of Ruin are four legendary Pokemon from Paldea: Ting-Lu (Ground/Dark), Chien-Pao (Ice/Dark), Chi-Yu (Fire/Dark), and Wo-Chien (Grass/Dark). Each represents a cursed treasure and appears as an ex card with competitive potential.
Q2 Is Paldea Evolved too large to collect?
At 279 cards, Paldea Evolved is one of the largest SV sets. Many collectors focus on subsets like the SAR cards, Illustration Rares, or thematic groups (Treasures of Ruin) rather than full set completion.
Q3 How many Special Art Rares are in Paldea Evolved?
Paldea Evolved contains approximately 15 Special Art Rare cards, each featuring elaborate scenic artwork. These are the most difficult pulls in the set and hold the highest individual card values.
Q4 Was Chien-Pao ex competitive?
Chien-Pao ex was one of the strongest competitive cards in 2023, with its Hail Blade attack doing 60 damage times the number of Water energy you discard. Combined with Baxcalibur for energy acceleration, it created a devastating Ice-type deck.
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