Top 10 Most Expensive Cards From Temporal Forces [TEF]

11th April 2025 EDT FEATURES

Top 10 Most Expensive Cards From Temporal Forces [TEF]

Take a look through the biggest pulls of Temporal Forces [TEF], the fifth main English set of the Pokémon TCG's ninth generation.

Pokemon Card Game [EN Ver.] Scarlet & Violet Temporal Forces Booster Display Box Retail US$

Ever since its release in March 2024, Temporal Forces [TEF] has been among the most popular English Pokémon TCG sets. The English version of the Japanese dual set Wild Force [SV5K] and Cyber Judge [SV5M], many of its cards are highly sought after by many collectors and have seen their prices climb accordingly. As such, a larger proportion of cards from Temporal Forces [TEF] fetch high prices when compared to other English sets.

Let’s now take a closer look at the top 10 most expensive cards from Temporal Forces [TEF] according to sale price of a PSA 10 copy.

Temporal Forces Most Expensive Cards

10) Metagross 178/162 (~US$25)

Metagross IR [TEF EN 178/162](Scarlet & Violet “Temporal Forces”)

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It may be somewhat surprising to see a card of just the Illustration Rare rarity on this list, but in this case the main driver of the card’s value is the unique nature of its Full Art illustration. Ordinarily, a snowy setting like the one shown on this card would be reserved for a card featuring an Ice-type Pokémon, not a Steel/Psychic-type like Metagross. This novelty factor undoubtedly makes the card stand out.

The imagery also provides a gentler side of the pseudo-Legendary: one of the two Metagross shown is rolling a large snowball in the background while the one in the front of the illustration is making a path for itself through the snow alongside a snowplow. Very few imagine Metagross in such a way, making this card an appealing pickup.

9) Bianca’s Devotion 209/162 (~US$30)

Bianca’s Devotion SIR [TEF EN 209/162](Scarlet & Violet “Temporal Forces”)

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The fact that this card only comes in at #9 on the list may surprise those who are more familiar with the Japanese version, where this card is far and away the most expensive and sought-after. That being said, with this card being a Special Illustration Rare, it remains one of the set’s most impressive pulls.

The card’s Full Art illustration depicts Bianca, the assistant of Professor Juniper in the Gen 5 video games Pokémon Black 2 and White 2, asleep on a couch while her Musharna floats gently overhead. It’s a scene that speaks to Bianca’s close bond with her Pokémon. Of course, one can’t ignore the demographical appeal of the car,d which will cater to many who are interested in this card.

8) Sawsbuck 166/162 (~US$32)

Sawsbuck IR [TEF EN 166/162](Scarlet & Violet “Temporal Forces”)

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A second Illustration Rare appears on the list—and this card is a true sleeper hit. Though it went well under the radar of most collectors upon release, both in Japan and internationally, interest in this card has grown substantially in recent times. This is reflected by the gradual elevation of its price tag, especially over the past half year.

The Full Art illustration of this card is a continuation of the one on the Illustration Rare Deerling card depicting Sawsbuck’s pre-evolution. The Deerling, which has now evolved into Sawsbuck continues its path through a forest of multiple different environmental conditions—the factor which triggers a change in Sawsbuck’s form. As such, the card essentially depicts one phase of Sawsbuck’s form changes through the different environments—a unique backstory that adds much appeal to the card.

7) Iron Leaves ex 203/162 (~US$40)

Iron Leaves ex SIR [TEF EN 203/162](Scarlet & Violet “Temporal Forces”)

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The Swords of Justice—the Legendary Pokémon trio of Cobalion, Terrakion, and Virizion—all received Future Paradox Pokémon counterparts in Gen 9. Iron Leaves, Virizion’s futuristic counterpart, is the first of two members of the Paradox trio to make an appearance here.

The card’s Full Art illustration depicts the Paradox Pokémon using its Ability of Rapid Vernier somewhere in Area Zero—the mysterious area in the Great Crater of Paldea where all Paradox Pokémon live. Many of the Area Zero-related illustrations on cards from Temporal Forces [TEF] are among the set’s most visually appealing. On top of that, this card also has gameplay utility as in its less rare version, Iron Leaves ex has been included in decks such as the Arceus VSTAR/Giratina VSTAR and Lost Zone Box decks.

6) Gastly 177/162 (~US$46)

Gastly IR [TEF EN 177/162](Scarlet & Violet “Temporal Forces”)

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In the first weeks after the release of Temporal Forces [TEF], this card was one of the most valuable and sought-after; however, it didn’t take long for its price tag to plummet, falling to as low as US$19 in October 2024. However, since the beginning of 2025, this card has seen a massive revival and once again ranks among the set’s most expensive.

This Gastly card is the most valuable of all Illustration Rare cards in Temporal Forces [TEF]. Mousho’s Full Art illustration depicts four Gastly surrounded by its evolutions Haunter and Gengar near a dark alley; the imagery encapsulates the brooding yet mischievous nature of the Ghost-type Pokémon and its evolutions.

5) Gouging Fire ex 204/162 (~US$52)

Gouging Fire ex SIR [TEF EN 204/162](Scarlet & Violet “Temporal Forces”)

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All three Paradox forms of the Legendary beast trio from Gen 2 are among the set’s top five. First up is Gouging Fire ex, the Pokémon-ex version of the Ancient Paradox form of Entei. A Special Illustration Rare card, the card’s Full Art illustration depicts Gouging Fire ex in a ferocious pose atop a boulder in a lush prehistoric rainforest.

In addition to the card’s visual appeal and rarity, the card also plays to the nostalgia factor because it’s the ancient version of Entei—an immensely popular Legendary among oldheads, in part due to its role in Pokémon 3: The Movie. Gouging Fire ex, in its less rare and expensive iteration, has also served as the centerpiece of a deck that while not necessarily the strongest in current meta, can hold its own in the right hands.

4) Morty’s Conviction 211/162 (~US$64)

Morty’s Conviction SIR [TEF EN 211/162](Scarlet & Violet “Temporal Forces”)

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What’s interesting about the Morty’s Conviction card from Temporal Forces [TEF] is the fact that unlike its Japanese counterpart from Wild Force [SV5K], it outvalues the other notable Supporter card from the set—Bianca’s Devotion—by a wide margin. There are several clear reasons as to why this is so.

For one thing, the nostalgia factor is in play with this Special Illustration Rare. Since this card depicts the Ecruteak Gym Leader from Gen 2 video games Pokémon Gold and Silver, the oldheads who grew up with those games will be drawn to the card. The inclusion of Gengar—Morty’s ace Pokémon and one of the most popular among the fandom in general—further elevates demand for it. Add an appealing Full Art illustration and all the pieces are in place for a seriously epic pull.

3) Iron Crown ex 206/162 (~US$66)

Iron Crown ex SIR [TEF EN 206/162](Scarlet & Violet “Temporal Forces”)

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All of the top three cards are Special Illustration Rares which feature Paradox versions of Legendary Pokémon. Ranking as the third most expensive Temporal Forces [TEF] card and topping the trio of the Future Paradox Swords of Justice is the Iron Crown ex card; its price tag outvalues those of the Special Illustration Rares of fellow Future Paradox trio members Iron Leaves ex and Iron Boulder ex combined.

Just as Cobalion is the leader of the OG Swords of Justice, so its futuristic Paradox form is the leader of its own trio—evidenced by its imposing pose atop a tree somewhere in Area Zero with the full moon behind it. Further adding to this idea is the name of Iron Crown ex’s Ability: Cobalt Command.

2) Walking Wake ex 205/162 (~US$67)

Walking Wake ex SIR [TEF EN 205/162](Scarlet & Violet “Temporal Forces”)

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In the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet video games, Walking Wake—the Ancient Paradox counterpart of Suicune—is the most elusive member of its trio as it’s the only one exclusively available via a special event. In the TCG, Walking Wake ex is depicted on a Special Illustration Rare card which more than lives up to its video game counterpart’s status.

The card’s highly detailed Full Art illustration by Teeziro shows Walking Wake ex on a large tree branch in Area Zero with its two tails outstretched. It’s an image which not only captures the majestic power of the Water/Dragon-type Ancient Paradox Pokémon, but also the foreboding and almost otherworldly vibe of Area Zero. Due to its connections to Suicune, long-time Pokémon fans might also be drawn to the nostalgia linked to this card.

1) Raging Bolt ex 208/162 (~US$108)

Raging Bolt ex SIR [TEF EN 208/162](Scarlet & Violet “Temporal Forces”)

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Ultimately, it wasn’t even close—with a price tag over 1.5 times that of its nearest competitor, Raging Bolt ex is far and away the standout chase card from Temporal Forces [TEF].

Why is this so? Well, for starters, the most important factor behind its immense value is the remarkable Full Art illustration of this Special Illustration Rare card. It’s not only an eye-catching representation of not just Raging Bolt ex itself but Area Zero as well; certain details in the artwork, such as the lightning bolts in the sky (likely generated by Raging Bolt ex itself) as well as the prehistoric fern,s take the card’s visual impact to another level.

On top of that, even though players would use the less rare and expensive version of this card, the gameplay prevalence of this card as the centerpiece of the Raging Bolt ex deck—one of the strongest in the current meta—has raised the profile and therefore the price tag of the Special Illustration Rare version. This rare combination of metagame viability, high rarity, and uber-impressive illustration has propelled Raging Bolt ex to its rightful spot on top of the ladder.

In addition to these cards, we have an impressive selection of cards, booster packs, and booster boxes from the entirety of Temporal Forces [TEF]. Click on this link for them, browse through what we have, and pick your favorites—we have no doubt that the cards you’ll be most interested in await you.

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