Espeon, Umbreon and the Best Eeveelution Pokémon Cards
Eevee and its eight evolutions are some of the most collected Pokémon in the card game, and Espeon and Umbreon lead the pack. Two modern sets, Evolving Skies and Prismatic Evolutions, were built around them, and older sets hold some of the hobby's most loved artworks. Here are the Eeveelution cards collectors look for first.
Why Eeveelutions Are So Popular
Every Eeveelution has a fan base, and collectors like to complete the full family of Vaporeon, Jolteon, Flareon, Espeon, Umbreon, Leafeon, Glaceon and Sylveon from the same set. Espeon and Umbreon are the most searched, partly because they are a day-and-night pair that look great side by side in a binder.
Espeon Cards to Know
The Espeon VMAX alternate art from Fusion Strike is the best-known modern Espeon. Evolving Skies has the Espeon V alternate art 180/203, and Prismatic Evolutions has the Espeon ex Special Illustration Rare 155/131. For vintage collectors, the Espeon Gold Star from POP Series 5 is the rarest Espeon card, and the shiny Espeon-GX from Hidden Fates is a favourite from the Sun & Moon era.
Umbreon Cards to Know
Umbreon VMAX 215/203 from Evolving Skies, known as Moonbreon, is one of the most wanted modern Pokémon cards. Its partner, the Umbreon V alternate art 189/203, comes from the same set. Prismatic Evolutions added the Umbreon ex Special Illustration Rare 161/131, and Umbreon Gold Star from POP Series 5 is the vintage grail.
Evolving Skies: The Eeveelution Alternate Arts
Evolving Skies has an alternate-art VMAX for Umbreon, Sylveon, Glaceon and Leafeon, plus alternate-art V cards for Espeon, Umbreon, Sylveon, Glaceon and Leafeon. Completing the set of four VMAX alternate arts is one of the classic modern collecting goals.
Prismatic Evolutions: Every Eeveelution as an ex
Prismatic Evolutions gave Eevee and all eight evolutions an ex card, each with a Special Illustration Rare. The set also has Master Ball and Poké Ball pattern reverse holos, so collectors can build an Eeveelution binder in several finishes. Booster packs and Elite Trainer Boxes are the easiest way to open the set.
Building an Eeveelution Collection in the UAE
Pick a theme first: one card of each Eeveelution from a single set, every Espeon ever printed, or only alternate arts and Special Illustration Rares. Buying singles is the surest way to finish a theme, while opening sealed product is the fun way to start one. Apex Vault ships singles and sealed products across the UAE.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Espeon Pokémon card?
Collectors most often name the Espeon VMAX alternate art from Fusion Strike, the Espeon ex Special Illustration Rare from Prismatic Evolutions and the vintage Espeon Gold Star.
What is Moonbreon?
Moonbreon is the nickname for the Umbreon VMAX alternate art 215/203 from Evolving Skies, which shows Umbreon under a night sky with a full moon.
Which set has every Eeveelution?
Prismatic Evolutions has Eevee and all eight Eeveelutions as ex cards, each with a Special Illustration Rare.