Pokémon Scarlet & Violet — The Complete Buying Guide
Scarlet & Violet is the newest Pokémon generation — and at KartenKoloss, you'll find 24 Korean SV displays. From affordable base sets to the coveted 151 edition. In this guide, I'll show you all the sets, sorted by budget, and reveal which ones have the best pulls.
The Three Tiers at a Glance
| Tier | Price | Number of Sets | For Whom? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | €30.95 – €39.95 | 18 Sets | Beginners, Bulk Collectors |
| Mid-Range | €42.95 – €54.95 | 4 Sets | Focused Collectors |
| Premium | €75.95 – €123.95 | 2 Sets | Chase Card Hunters |
Budget-Tier: Entry Under €40
18 displays — perfect if you want to open a lot without spending much. Each display has 30 packs × 5 cards = 150 cards.
The Cheapest Sets (€30.95)
- Cyber Judge (sv5m) — Future Paradox Pokémon. Eleki, Moltres, Articuno. Solid pulls.
- Night Wanderer (sv6a) — Ghost and Dark types. Gengar, Mimikyu, Trevenant. Popular among type fans.
The Most Popular Budget Sets (€32.95 – €35.95)
- Raging Surf (sv3a) — Water and Fighting types. 3 in stock with us!
- Wild Force (sv5k) — Ancient Paradox Pokémon. Koraidon era.
- Future Flash (sv4M) — Future Paradox. Miraidon era. Only 1 left!
- Stellar Miracle (sv7) — Terapagos, the new Legendary. 2 in stock.
- Ancient Roar (sv4K) — Ancient Paradox. Only 1 left!
- Mask of Change (sv6) — Ogerpon Forms. 3 in stock.
- Scarlet ex (sv1S) — The first Scarlet set. Classic.
- Violet ex (sv1v) — The first Violet set. 5 in stock!
- Battle Partners (sv9) — The newest expansion. Partner Pokémon.
All these sets offer ex cards, Full Arts, and Secret Rares. The pull rates are identical — you pay less, but get the same chance at hits.
Mid-Range: €42.95 – €54.95
4 sets — this tier is about special sets and expansions with a higher nostalgia factor.
- Shiny Treasure ex — Shiny Pokémon! Everyone wants the shimmering variants. Price: ~€45
- Paldean Fates — Paldea Region Special Set. Chase: Shiny Charizard. Price: ~€48
- 151 (sv2a) — All 151 Gen 1 Pokémon. Price: €123.95 (actually Premium, but mentioned here)
Premium-Tier: The Most Coveted Sets
151 (SV2a) — €123.95
The most sought-after set of the SV era. All 151 original Pokémon from Kanto. Pack structure: 20 packs × 6 cards (special set!). The special artwork cards of the starters (Venusaur, Charizard, Blastoise) are the chase cards. Only 4 left at KartenKoloss!
VSTAR Universe (s12a) — €89.95
Actually Sword & Shield, but still extremely popular. 10 packs × 10/11 cards. Character Rares, CSR, AR — the ultimate for collectors. 10 in stock.
Which Sets Have the Best Pulls?
The truth: Every set has its own chase cards. But here's my subjective Top 5:
- 151 — Special Artwork Starters, Full-Art Trainer. The nostalgia factor is priceless.
- Shiny Treasure ex — Shiny Pokémon are always in demand. The pull rates for Shinies are fair.
- Paldean Fates — Shiny Charizard. Says it all.
- Stellar Miracle (sv7) — Terapagos as the new Legendary. Future-proof.
- Night Wanderer (sv6a) — Gengar Alternate Art. Community favorite.
Pack Structure Explained
Standard Korean SV displays: 30 packs × 5 cards = 150 cards.
Special sets like 151: 20 packs × 6 cards = 120 cards. Higher price, but better card quality per pack.
VSTAR Universe: 10 packs × 10/11 cards = 100-110 cards. Premium set with guaranteed hits.
Current Availability at KartenKoloss
Most budget sets are sold out or only a few left in stock. This is normal — SV is extremely popular. If you want a specific set, don't hesitate. Popular sets like Raging Surf, Future Flash, or Mask of Change sell out quickly.
Sets with good availability currently:
- Violet ex — 5 pieces
- Nihill Zero (Mega Series) — 22 pieces
- VSTAR Universe — 10 pieces
- 151 — 4 pieces
My Recommendation for Different Types
The Beginner
Choose Cyber Judge or Night Wanderer (€30.95). Affordable, current, solid pulls.
The Collector
151 (€123.95) — the ultimate nostalgia set. Or VSTAR Universe (€89.95) for the most beautiful artworks.
The Player
Battle Partners (sv9) — the newest expansion with meta-relevant cards.
The Shiny Hunter
Shiny Treasure ex or Paldean Fates. The chances of Shinies are higher than in normal sets.
Conclusion
Scarlet & Violet offers something for everyone. 24 sets, prices from €30.95 to €123.95. The Korean displays are the smart way: identical cards, identical pull rates, significantly cheaper. My tip: Start with a budget set, figure out which types you like, and then upgrade specifically.
Good luck with your pulls! 🎴
