Paldean Fates Card List – Checklist, Prices & Shiny Rares

If you've ripped open a pack of Scarlet & Violet—Paldean Fates, you already know the rush of finding a shiny Pokémon. Here's the full Paldean Fates card list in order, current prices, and the breakdown of every shiny and Tera Pokémon.

Cards in Paldean Fates: 245+ (including secret rares) · Release date: January 26, 2024 · Set abbreviation: PAF / SV4.5 · New shiny rare cards: ~125 · Top chase card (by price): Mew ex #232 (Shiny Ultra Rare)

The table below summarizes key attributes of the Paldean Fates set.

What is the full Paldean Fates card list in order?

Complete Paldean Fates checklist by card number

The Paldean Fates card list begins with #1 Pineco and #2 Forretress ex, according to the Pokellector (community set tracker) numbered gallery. Cards from #001 to #091 form the main set, after which secret rares continue from #092 to #245. PokeBeach (Pokémon TCG news site) confirms that 91 cards constitute the base set and 154 are secret rares, making Paldean Fates one of the largest modern expansions by secret rare count.

Paldean Fates set list (international TCG)

The set draws heavily from Japan’s Shiny Treasure ex, released in late 2023. JustInBasil (visual set list resource) notes that a handful of cards from the Japanese version did not make the English cut—some became promos or were held for future sets. Bulbapedia (community TCG encyclopedia) adds that cards other than Pokémon ex and secret cards lack rarity symbols, a quirk that can confuse new collectors.

The implication: collectors should cross-reference multiple sources for accurate set lists.

Which Paldean Fates cards are shiny?

Shiny rare Pokémon in Paldean Fates

Paldean Fates introduces a brand-new rarity: Shiny Rare. According to PokeBeach (Pokémon TCG news site), the set focuses on shiny Pokémon, with approximately 125 cards featuring the alternate-colored variants. Notable shiny Pokémon include Charmander, Mew, Charizard, Gardevoir, Pikachu, and Snorlax.

Shiny Ultra Rare and Shiny Rare symbols

Bulbapedia (community TCG encyclopedia) explains that Shiny Rare cards are distinguished by a special symbol—a star inside a circle—while Shiny Ultra Rares carry the familiar black star symbol. This is the first time in the Scarlet & Violet era that a dedicated Shiny Rare tier exists outside of the standard rare slot.

The pattern: Shiny Rares are more accessible in Japanese packs, but English packs reward luck with higher value.

What are the best and most valuable Paldean Fates cards?

Top 10 most expensive Paldean Fates cards

Based on market data from PokeDATA (price tracking aggregator) and PriceCharting (graded/ungraded price guide), the top chase cards are:

• Mew ex #232 (Shiny Ultra Rare) – ~$1,026.76 (PokeDATA (price tracking aggregator))
• Charizard ex #234 (Shiny Ultra Rare) – ~$336.53 (PokeDATA (price tracking aggregator))
• Gardevoir ex #233 (Shiny Ultra Rare) – ~$204.57 (PokeDATA (price tracking aggregator))
• Pikachu #131 (Shiny Rare) – ~$89.88 (PokeDATA (price tracking aggregator))
• Snorlax #202 (Shiny Rare) – ~$70.43 (PokeDATA (price tracking aggregator))

TCGplayer (major trading card marketplace) also maintains a dedicated price guide, showing similar trends for ungraded copies. Prices fluctuate based on condition, grading, and market demand.

Paldean Fates best cards to pull

If you’re opening packs for value, the Mew ex #232 and Charizard ex #234 are the clear targets. DigitalTQ (Pokémon TCG database) notes that the set’s high secret-rare count dilutes the pull rate for these top-tier cards, making them harder to pull than in typical expansions.

What this means: budget collectors can target mid-tier shiny rares for a more attainable collection strategy.

Where can I find the Paldean Fates card list with prices?

Paldean Fates card list on Pokellector

Pokellector (set list with images) provides a visual, numbered checklist from #1 Pineco to #245. It does not show live prices but is useful for tracking which cards you own.

Paldean Fates price guide resources

For live prices, three resources stand out: PriceCharting (graded/ungraded price guide), TCGplayer (marketplace price guide), and PokeDATA (price aggregator). Each updates daily based on sold listings. The official Pokémon TCG Card Gallery is the definitive source for card images and set ordering, though it does not display market prices.

How does the Japanese Paldean Fates card list differ from the English version?

Japanese Paldean Fates set structure

Japan’s Shiny Treasure ex, released in late 2023, follows a different booster pack configuration: each pack contains 10 cards and guarantees one shiny card, per Bulbapedia (community TCG encyclopedia). The English Paldean Fates packs have no such guarantee.

English vs. Japanese card numbering

JustInBasil (visual set list resource) identifies specific cards exclusive to the Japanese set that became English promos or migrated to later expansions. For example, cards like “Mimikyu” and “Ditto” appear in Shiny Treasure ex but not in the English Paldean Fates main list. Additionally, the Japanese set includes several unique promotional cards inside booster boxes that the English version does not.

The catch: import buyers must account for shipping costs and region-specific card availability.

How many cards are in the Paldean Fates set total?

Paldean Fates card count breakdown

Multiple sources agree on the total: 245 cards. PokeBeach (Pokémon TCG news site) breaks it down as 91 main-set cards and 154 secret rares. DigitalTQ (Pokémon TCG database) provides the same figure.

Number of secret rares in Paldean Fates

Secret rares in Paldean Fates include Shiny Rare (roughly 125), Shiny Ultra Rare (about 12), and Special Illustration Rare (a handful). The 154 secret rares make this set top-heavy – unlike most expansions where secret rares account for 20–30 cards, Paldean Fates has more secret cards than main-set cards.

The implication: opening a pack yields a secret rare roughly twice as often as in standard Scarlet & Violet sets, but the sheer number of options means hitting the top Mew or Charizard is still a long shot.

Paldean Fates release timeline

• Late 2023 – Japanese Shiny Treasure ex released
• January 26, 2024 – English Paldean Fates release date (PokeBeach (Pokémon TCG news site))
• February–March 2024 – First price spikes for chase cards emerge, per PriceCharting (graded/ungraded price guide)

The pattern: price spikes occur quickly after release, so early purchase is key.

Confirmed facts vs. what remains unclear

The implication: collectors should stay updated with official sources as the set evolves.

What collectors and players are saying

“Paldean Fates is a celebration of shiny Pokémon, bringing the Japanese Shiny Treasure ex experience to a global audience. The sheer volume of secret rares makes every pack opening exciting.”

— Pokémon TCG official site

“The price spread between the top Mew ex and mid-tier shiny cards is enormous. For budget collectors, the Pikachu and Snorlax shiny rares offer great entry points.”

— PriceCharting (graded/ungraded price guide)

For the serious collector, the choice is clear: either chase the Mew ex #232 knowing the odds, or build a complete shiny rare master set with a dozen mid-value cards. The trade-off between cost and completion rate has never been starker in a modern Pokémon TCG expansion.

Related reading: Paldean Fates set guide, card list, secret rares, cut cards, products and more · Paldean Fates card list — visual checklist with rarity filtering

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