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The Scarlet & Violet Elite Trainer Box marks the start of a new era within the Pokémon TCG. The introduction of the Scarlet & Violet series changed not only the game (think Pokémon ex) but also the basis for new collectible products. That is why the ETBs of this set have stayed historically relevant and popular.

When did the Scarlet & Violet ETB come out?

The Scarlet & Violet Base Set was officially released on 31 March 2023. The matching Elite Trainer Boxes appeared at the same time. That makes these ETBs the first of the Scarlet & Violet era, which makes them extra interesting for long-term collectors.

Which variants are there?

There are two standard Elite Trainer Box variants:

Scarlet & Violet Elite Trainer Boxes: Koraidon and Miraidon

Both variants are identical in content; the difference lies purely in:

  • the artwork on the box
  • the promo card included
  • the sleeves and accessories (theme)

Collectors often deliberately pick one variant, or both for a complete set.

Contents of the standard Scarlet & Violet ETB

Every standard ETB (Koraidon or Miraidon) contains:

  • 9 Scarlet & Violet booster packs
  • 1 Full Art promo card (Koraidon ex or Miraidon ex)
  • 65 sleeves with a matching design
  • 45 Pokémon TCG Energy cards
  • game accessories (dice, damage counters, coin-flip die)
  • a player’s guide to the Scarlet & Violet set
  • a storage box with dividers
  • a code card for Pokémon TCG Live

This is the classic ETB set-up we have known for years.

Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box — what is the difference?

Alongside the standard ETBs, Pokémon Center exclusive versions appeared too, of both Koraidon and Miraidon. These were sold only through Pokémon Center and are therefore scarcer.

Extras in the Pokémon Center ETB

  • 11 booster packs (instead of 9)
  • an exclusive promo card with a Pokémon Center stamp
  • often a slightly more premium finish on the box

It is exactly that stamped promo card that makes these versions very sought-after among collectors.

Scarlet & Violet Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Boxes

Price development since release

At release, the prices of the Scarlet & Violet Elite Trainer Boxes sat around the usual MSRP. Since then the price development has been clearly visible:

  • Standard Scarlet & Violet ETBs (Koraidon & Miraidon)
    → up roughly x2.5 on average compared with the release price

Price development of the standard Scarlet & Violet Elite Trainer Boxes

Screenshot taken on 13/01/2026

  • Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box variants
    → up roughly x5 on average since release
    → the exclusive Pokémon Center stamped promo cards play a big part in that

Price development of the Pokémon Center Scarlet & Violet Elite Trainer Boxes

Screenshot taken on 13/01/2026

Because these are the first ETBs of the Scarlet & Violet era, a lot of collectors see them as core pieces within a sealed collection. That has contributed directly to the sharp price rise since release.

Why are these ETBs relevant for collectors?

The Scarlet & Violet ETBs combine several strong factors:

  • the first ETBs of a new Pokémon TCG generation
  • the introduction of Pokémon ex (a new mechanic)
  • two iconic mascots (Koraidon & Miraidon)
  • Pokémon Center exclusives with unique promos

That makes them attractive to:

  • sealed collectors
  • ETB completists
  • promo collectors

Conclusion

The Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Elite Trainer Boxes are more than just entry-level products. They represent the start of a new Pokémon TCG era and, since their release in March 2023, have proven themselves as stable collector items. With both standard and Pokémon Center variants, they offer interesting options for every collector. In the end the question is: do you go for one mascot, or does a complete Scarlet & Violet starter set belong in your collection?