Vaporeon ex
Quick take
- One of the original three Eeveelutions from Generation I
- Special Illustration Rare with premium textured foil
- Water-type option with aquatic mermaid aesthetic
- Gen I nostalgia for original Pokemon fans
Collector's readWhat it means for your master set
Set landscapeWhere this card sits in Prismatic Evolutions
VariantsCard variants
Holofoil 149/131 · $271.27 — the only variant this card was printed in (no reverse holo or special pattern), so a master set needs just this one copy.
The storyThe Original Water Eeveelution
Vaporeon, Jolteon, and Flareon were the original Eeveelutions in Red and Blue. Before Umbreon, before Espeon, before any of the later additions. Vaporeon represented Water.
“One of the original three Eeveelutions from Generation I”
That Gen I heritage matters. Collectors who grew up with the originals have specific attachment to the first three. Vaporeon's aquatic design stood out then and continues to have its admirers.
In modern Eeveelution sets, the original trio typically ranks behind Umbreon, Espeon, and sometimes Sylveon. But they have their collectors. The Water-type enthusiasts. The Gen I nostalgics. The completionists who need all eight.
By the numbersMarket analysis
Lower-mid tier among Prismatic Evolutions Eeveelutions. The original trio typically prices below Umbreon, Espeon, and sometimes Sylveon. Water-type collector community provides baseline support.
New release volatility applies. Following established patterns where original trio ranks in the lower half. Should stabilise in its expected position.
Vaporeon has Gen I heritage supporting baseline interest. Position among Eeveelutions is established. Solid fundamentals for Water-type and original trio collectors.
PSA 10 and CGC 10 copies command premiums. New set means print quality observations are emerging. Check centering carefully.
Prismatic Evolutions SIRs have very low pull rates. Roughly 1 SIR per 2-3 booster boxes on average, with no guarantee of pulling Vaporeon specifically.
Same rarity as other Prismatic Evolutions Eeveelution SIRs. All have equivalent pull rates. Price differences reflect Pokemon popularity ranking.
ArtworkWhy the art matters
Artist information pending verification from card database updates.
Vaporeon in its characteristic aquatic form with Special Illustration Rare treatment. The blue colour palette dominates with water elements. The mermaid-like design features prominently.
Special Illustration Rare treatment with textured holofoil across the full card face. The water colours interact with the foil to create fluid shimmer. Premium production quality.
Modern SIR treatment on the original Water-type Eeveelution. The aquatic aesthetic that defined Vaporeon since 1996 receives premium presentation.
BackgroundAbout Vaporeon ex
Vaporeon appeared in Generation I with Pokemon Red and Blue (1996). One of three original Eevee evolutions using elemental stones. Water Stone evolves Eevee into Vaporeon. The design combines cat, fish, and mermaid elements.
- ›One of the original three Eeveelutions
- ›Aquatic mermaid design is distinctive
- ›Water-type appeals to ocean theme collectors
- ›Part of the elemental stone trio from Gen I
- ›The meme 'Vaporeon is the most compatible' increased awareness
- ›Original Eeveelution from Red/Blue
- ›Featured in early Pokemon anime
- ›Regular appearance in Pokemon GO
- ›Part of original Eeveelution merchandise
Vaporeon has been a bulky Water-type option across formats. The ex card has solid defensive stats. Collectors typically keep SIR versions protected.
Own it wellCollector guide
Blue colours should be consistent. Check centering on both axes. New set means condition observations are still emerging.
Value supports grading for clean copies. Verify centering before submitting. The aquatic aesthetic benefits from protected display. Read the grading guide →
Sleeve immediately in perfect fit. Use rigid protection. Keep away from humidity despite the irony. See the storage guide →
TCGPlayer and eBay have listings. New set means price volatility. Compare recent sales. May be more accessible than higher-tier Eeveelutions. See the singles buying guide →
New release means fewer counterfeit concerns at this price point. Authentic cards have proper texture and foil patterns.
Protect your card
High Chase Score — protect and consider grading. · Amazon affiliate links · Storage guideWord on the streetCommunity sentiment
Water-type and Gen I collectors target this card. The original trio has its dedicated fanbase. Completionists building all eight Eeveelutions need this.
- ›Early sales showed typical new release patterns
- ›Part of complete Eeveelution SIR set discussions
Featured in Prismatic Evolutions content. The original trio versus newer Eeveelutions comparison is discussed. Water-type appreciation posts appear.
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