Yveltal 205 / 182 Pokemon Card from Paradox Rift Set
Yveltal is a Basic Darkness-type Pokémon with 130 HP. It is illustrated by Masako Tomii and is part of the Paradox Rift set in the Scarlet & Violet series.…
Set: Paradox Rift
Number: 205/182
Rarity: Illustration Rare
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About the Yveltal Pokémon Card
Yveltal is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 130 HP from the Paradox Rift set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 205/182 and is classified as Illustration Rare. The Paradox Rift set was released on November 3, 2023.
The card includes the flavor text: “When its life comes to an end, it absorbs the life energy of every living thing and turns into a cocoon once more.”.
Yveltal Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Yveltal
Card number: 205/182
Set: Paradox Rift
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Darkness
HP: 130
Artist: Masako Tomii
Release date: November 3, 2023
National Pokédex number: 717
Why Collect the Yveltal Pokémon Card?
Yveltal sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Paradox Rift set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Yveltal Pokémon Card
Yveltal was illustrated by Masako Tomii.
For Illustration Rare cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Yveltal Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Yveltal is about $35.68. Recent listings range from roughly
4.99 (low) to $59.99 (high), with a mid-point near $39.95. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Paradox Rift set has a median card value near $0.27 and an average near $4.82, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -18% over the last 7 days and -18% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Paradox Rift set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Yveltal Pokémon Card
Whether Yveltal is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 6,030 copies of this card, of which 2,135 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 35.4%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Yveltal Pokémon Card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Yveltal are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Its collector number (205/182) sits above the set's printed total of 182, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 6,030 copies to date.
Other Printings of Yveltal
Yveltal appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include XY Black Star Promos XY06 (around
0.76), XY Black Star Promos XY32 (around $5.48) and Generations RC16 (around $4.41).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Yveltal Pokémon Card
The Yveltal pokémon card is a Illustration Rare card from the Paradox Rift set (Scarlet & Violet series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about $35.68; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Yveltal card from?
Yveltal is from the Paradox Rift set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 205/182 with the Illustration Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Yveltal card?
Yveltal is classified as Illustration Rare.
How much is the Yveltal 205/182 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $35.68, within a recent range of roughly
4.99 to $59.99. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Yveltal card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 6,030 copies so far, with about 35.4% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Yveltal?
PSA has graded 6,030 copies, of which 2,135 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 35.4%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Yveltal card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Yveltal are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Paradox Rift set released?
The Paradox Rift set was released on November 3, 2023.
Are there other printings of Yveltal?
Yes. Yveltal appears on 18 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
