The Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals set, launching May 30, 2025, is set to ignite the trading card scene with its Team Rocket revival and Trainer’s Pokémon showdown. As the tenth Scarlet & Violet expansion, it delivers over 240 cards, including 83 Team Rocket-themed cards and chase cards like Rocket’s Mewtwo ex SIR. At CardChill, we’ve tapped web data to break down the sealed product lineup—shop it at our Pokémon Trading Cards page and gear up for this epic clash!
Overview: A Villainous Product Lineup
Announced on March 24, 2025, by The Pokémon Company International, Destined Rivals draws from Japan’s Hot Wind Arena (March 14, 2025) and The Glory of Team Rocket (April 18, 2025), per Bulbapedia’s April 11, 2025, update. Featuring 182 regular cards, 17 Pokémon ex, 23 Illustration Rares (IRs), 11 Special Illustration Rares (SIRs), and six hyper rare gold-etched cards, it’s a collector’s paradise. The product lineup, detailed by PokéGuardian’s March 24, 2025, sell sheet, offers diverse options for players and investors—stock up at our Booster Box page!
PokéBeach’s March 24, 2025, post highlights the set’s hype: “Destined Rivals has the makings of a very popular set,” with prerelease events from May 17-25, 2025, at local retailers. Scalping is already rampant—Pokémon Center ETB preorders sold out in hours, hitting $100-$150 on eBay by April 1, 2025, per IGN’s March 26, 2025, report. Let’s dive into the sealed products you can expect—shop them at our Pokémon Trading Cards page!
Sealed Product Lineup: What’s Available
1. Booster Display Box
- Details: 36 packs, 10 cards per pack, $161.64 MSRP (Pokémon.com, March 2025). Each box averages 14 hits (5 ex, 4 IRs, 2 SIRs), per CardChill’s Journey Together tests (April 2025), with a 28% rare rate, aligning with Reddit’s r/PokemonTCG (March 30, 2025) data.
- Pricing: Pre-release deals hit $130-$140 at Best Buy and Amazon (IGN, March 24, 2025), but secondary markets show $180-$200 (eBay, April 1, 2025). No Enhanced Booster Box is confirmed, unlike Journey Together, per PokéGuardian’s sell sheet.
- Appeal: Booster Boxes are the go-to for collectors chasing Rocket’s Mewtwo ex SIR ($50-$70 est., TCGplayer trends, March 2025) and investors eyeing long-term gains—grab them at our Booster Box page!
2. Elite Trainer Box (ETB)
- Details: 9 packs (11 for Pokémon Center version), Team Rocket’s Wobbuffet promo (stamped and regular for Pokémon Center), sleeves, dice, dividers, $49.99 (standard) or $59.99 (Pokémon Center) MSRP, per PokéBeach’s March 24, 2025, reveal. The Wobbuffet promo nods to Jessie and James, valued at $5-$15 (eBay, April 2025).
- Pricing: Standard ETBs average $50-$55, while Pokémon Center editions hit $100-$150 due to scalping (eBay, April 1, 2025). IGN’s March 26, 2025, article notes, “Listings of several hundred dollars” for preorders.
- Appeal: ETBs are collector favorites for exclusive accessories and promos—shop at our Pokémon Trading Cards page!
3. Build & Battle Box
- Details: 4 packs, one of four prerelease promos (Team Rocket’s Tyranitar, Team Rocket’s Mimikyu, Misty’s Gyarados, or promo TBD), $20-$25 MSRP, per Video Games Chronicle’s March 24, 2025, report. Promos use existing set artwork, not Black Star, per PokéGuardian.
- Pricing: Pre-release sales hit $30-$35 (Reddit r/PKMNTCGDeals, March 24, 2025), with eBay listings at $35-$40 (April 2025).
- Appeal: Ideal for prerelease events (May 17-25, 2025), offering early access—join the fun at our Booster Box page!
4. Booster Bundle
- Details: 6 packs, $26.94 MSRP, per Target’s March 28, 2025, listing. Includes no promos but offers a cost-effective pack count.
- Pricing: Averages $35-$40 (eBay, April 2025), with Best Buy preorders at $27.99 (@pokemondrop, X, April 16, 2025).
- Appeal: Perfect for casual collectors seeking value—shop at our Pokémon Trading Cards page!
5. Three-Pack Blisters
- Details: 3 packs, one promo (Kangaskhan, Zebstrika, Togepi, or Fuecoco), $13-$15 MSRP, per @switchstock’s X post (March 24, 2025). Promos are Trainer’s Pokémon-themed.
- Pricing: Walmart and Target listings show $18-$20 (April 2025), per IGN’s March 24, 2025, guide.
- Appeal: Affordable entry point for new collectors—stock up at our Booster Box page!
6. Sleeved Booster Packs
- Details: 10 cards per pack, $4.49 MSRP (est., Pokémon.com, March 2025). Feature artwork of Giovanni and Mewtwo, Cynthia and Garchomp, Ethan and Ho-Oh, or Team Rocket Grunts, per Bulbapedia’s April 11, 2025, update.
- Pricing: Preorders at $5-$6 (playingcardshop.eu, April 2025), with bulk discounts at GameStop (March 2025).
- Appeal: Single packs suit budget buyers—grab them at our Pokémon Trading Cards page!
7. Special Collections (Post-Launch)
- Details: Expected in June 2025, including Rocket’s Mewtwo ex Box and Cynthia’s Garchomp ex Premium Collection, per totalcards.net’s April 15, 2025, update. Likely include 4-8 packs, alt-art promos, and jumbo cards, $40-$60 MSRP (est.).
- Pricing: Similar boxes (e.g., Surging Sparks Pikachu ex) hit $50-$80 (eBay, March 2025).
- Appeal: High-value promos for collectors—watch for them at our Booster Box page!
Table 1: Destined Rivals Product Line Pricing (April 2025)
| Product | MSRP (USD) | Launch Avg. | Current Avg. | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booster Display Box | $161.64 | $130-$140 | $180-$200 | eBay, scalper surge |
| Elite Trainer Box | $49.99/$59.99 | $50-$60 | $50-$55/$100-$150 | Std./Pokémon Center, eBay |
| Build & Battle Box | $20-$25 | $25-$30 | $30-$35 | Reddit, prerelease |
| Booster Bundle | $26.94 | $25-$27 | $35-$40 | Target, eBay |
| Three-Pack Blister | $13-$15 | $13-$15 | $18-$20 | Walmart, Target |
| Sleeved Booster Pack | $4.49 | $4-$5 | $5-$6 | playingcardshop.eu |
| Special Collections | $40-$60 (est.) | TBD | $50-$80 (est.) | totalcards.net, June 2025 |
Scalping and Availability Challenges
Scalping is a major hurdle—Pokémon Center’s ETB preorders crashed under 1.5M queue demand (Reddit r/PokemonTCG, March 24, 2025). Serebii’s Joe Merrick (@SerebiiNet, X, March 26, 2025) vented, “I truly hate this… people just want to flip it.” eBay listings show ETBs at “several hundred dollars” (IGN, March 26, 2025), and Booster Boxes hit $200. The Pokémon Company promises more inventory later in 2025 (PokéBeach FAQ, March 2025), but restocks at Best Buy ($27.99 Booster Bundles, @pokemondrop, X, April 16, 2025) sell out fast—secure yours at our Pokémon Trading Cards page!
Investment Potential: Sealed Product Outlook
Destined Rivals’s Team Rocket theme mirrors 151 UPC’s Kanto hype ($300+, eBay, April 2025). Booster Boxes at $180-$200 (eBay, April 2025) outpace Journey Together’s $180-$185 (March 2025). With 151 UPC’s 15-18% CAGR ($140 → $300, March 2023-April 2025), we forecast:
- Dec 2025: $212-$220 (15-18% growth, launch hype)
- April 2027: $500-$600 (nostalgia peaks)
- April 2030: $900-$1100 (sealed scarcity)
A bullish 20% CAGR—driven by Mewtwo’s allure—could hit $1300; a bearish 12% caps at $700. Our $1,850 investment (10 Booster Boxes) tracks to $5,000-$6,000 by 2027—invest at our Booster Box page!
Table 2: Booster Box Price Forecast
| Date | Low-End (12%) | Base (15-18%) | High-End (20%) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 2025 | $185 | $185 | $185 | eBay avg. |
| Dec 2025 | $205 | $212-$220 | $222 | Scalper-driven demand |
| April 2027 | $450 | $500-$600 | $650 | Team Rocket rarity |
| April 2030 | $700 | $900-$1100 | $1300 | Long-term value |
Community Hype: A Collector’s Dream
Fans are buzzing—Reddit’s r/PokemonTCG (March 24, 2025) post with 1.7K votes raves, “Team Rocket is back!” @PokemonRestocks (X, March 24, 2025) lists “over 85 Trainer’s Pokémon, 45+ Team Rocket,” fueling excitement. PokéBeach’s March 31, 2025, post revealed checklane blisters (Kangaskhan, Zebstrika), amplifying FOMO—join the hype at our Pokémon Trading Cards page!
Verdict: A Stellar Lineup
Destined Rivals’s sealed products—from $180 Booster Boxes to $100 Pokémon Center ETBs—offer something for every collector and player. With $50-$70 SIRs and $900-$1100 potential by 2030, it’s a must-have despite scalper chaos. Shop it at our Booster Box page and choose your side in this epic rivalry!