Paradise Dragona: The Latest Expansion in Pokémon TCG with Top Valued Cards
- Stew @ PokéPortal
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On September 13, 2024, the Pokémon TCG's latest Japanese subset, Paradise Dragona, made its grand debut. As the seventh release in the Scarlet & Violet era, this set focuses heavily on Dragon-type Pokémon while featuring some fan-favorite non-dragon species and trainers. Set to complement the upcoming October release of Supercharged Breaker, the two sets together form the Japanese equivalent of the highly anticipated English expansion, Surging Sparks, coming in November.
In a fun nod to the Lunar Calendar’s Year of the Dragon in 2024, Paradise Dragona serves up an array of Dragon-type Pokémon, from classics to underappreciated gems. Whether your favorite Dragon Pokémon missed out on Dragon Majesty or Dragon Storm during the Sun & Moon era, there's hope it will appear in this one!
Paradise Dragona also continues the trend from its predecessor set, Stellar Miracle, featuring Stellar Tera Pokémon excards—special variants that collectors are eager to chase. Additionally, the set offers something special for fans of Gen III’s Legendary Dragons: Latios and Latias appear in cards that connect to create a stunning sunset scene, perfect for connecting art collectors.
The Most Valuable Cards from Paradise Dragona
Despite the set just hitting shelves, we’ve already got a glimpse into which cards are commanding the highest prices. Drawing from sources such as TCGPlayer, Pricecharting, and Mercari, here’s a breakdown of the top 12 most valuable cards (prices may shift as more cards enter circulation):
Lisia’s Appeal (Special Art Rare): ¥23,000–¥27,000 ($164–$192) This card leads the set as the crown jewel, featuring the popular character Lisia in stunning artwork.
Latias ex (Special Art Rare): ¥9,000–¥11,000 ($64–$78) A fan-favorite with beautiful art, Latias ex is one of the top chases.
Lisia’s Appeal (Full Art): ¥5,500–¥6,000 ($39–$43) The full art version of Lisia’s Appeal is still highly sought after, even if it doesn't match the SAR variant's value.
Alolan Exeggutor ex (Special Art Rare): ¥3,000–¥3,500 ($21–$25) This quirky, tropical Pokémon proves its enduring appeal.
Archaludon ex (Special Art Rare): ¥2,500–¥3,000 ($18–$21) A new favorite, Archaludon ex's unique design has quickly captured collectors’ interest.
Drayton (Special Art Rare): ¥2,300–¥3,000 ($16–$21) A rising star among the Trainer cards in this set.
Jet Energy (Gold): ¥2,400–¥2,900 ($17–$21) This secret rare Energy card remains a popular pull for competitive players and collectors alike.
Counter Gain (Gold): ¥1,200–¥1,800 ($9–$13)
Alolan Exeggutor ex (Gold): ¥1,200–¥1,600 ($9–$11)
Latias ex (Full Art): ¥1,000–¥1,400 ($7–$10) Even the regular full art version of Latias ex is holding strong.
Drayton (Full Art): ¥700–¥900 ($5–$6)
Black Kyurem ex (Full Art): ¥500–¥900 ($4–$6)
Least Valuable Secret Rares
While many cards are shining brightly, some secret rares aren't quite hitting the same levels of demand. Here are the least valuable secret rares in Paradise Dragona:
Drasna: ¥300–¥500 ($2–$4)
Surfer: ¥400–¥500 ($3–$4)
Cyclizar ex: ¥400–¥500 ($3–$4)
Illustration and Double Rares
The Illustration Rares category sees Latios topping the list at ¥400–¥500 ($3–$4), likely due to its connection with Latias. Skarmory follows closely behind at ¥100–¥300 ($1–$3), while other Illustration Rares hover around ¥100–¥200.
Among Double Rares, Latias ex stands out as the most valuable, fetching ¥400–¥500 ($3–$4). Archaludon ex trails slightly at ¥100–¥300 ($1–$3), while most other double rares are valued at ¥100 or less.
Looking Ahead: Surging Sparks Release
For those looking to collect these cards in English, worry not! Paradise Dragona and Supercharged Breaker will combine to form the Surging Sparks expansion, slated for release on November 8, 2024. With its blend of Dragon-type powerhouses, exciting trainers, and special art rares, it’s sure to electrify the Pokémon TCG scene worldwide.
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