Some of the most underratedPokemon TCGcards are found in the Radiant Collections – a subset of cards found amongthe most valuable Generations cards, witha select few from Legendary Treasures.The Radiant Collections in each of these sets live up to their names, with bright, multicolored designs standing out as a hallmark for the subsets.
Whether you prefer mythical Pokemon or a selection of unexpected favorites, the Radiant Collections hone in on adorable Pokemon striking cute poses on these unusual canvases. From fiery full art frames to some unusually designed Ultra Rares, these are the best Radiant Collections cards worth chasing.
These cards are ordered according to theirTCGplayermarket prices, though many recent near-mint (NM) sales can exceed these values. Cards without market prices are not included.
8Sylveon EX: Generations (Ultra Rare) – $46.93
Lots To Love
Sylveon’s Ultra Rare from Generations isn’t even the nicest version of this Pokemon in Generations, and this card could command an even higher price soon. Sylveon soars into the foreground, followed by a small Eevee coming up just behind it.
Even though this card is categorized as an Ultra Rare, it boasts a unique holo pattern and border that set it apart from most other Ultra Rare cards you’ll find.
The unique, intricately designed borders are hallmarks of the Radiant Collections.
7Pikachu: Generations (Full Art) – $47.21
Plenty Of Pikachu
Pikachu has a habit of commanding an incredible amount of money for its most valuable cards,but this beautiful group photo featuring four Pikachu is a bargain considering the artwork. The sweet scene on this card is a perfect example of what the Radiant Collection is all about: putting beloved Pokemon into adorable situations.
While the raw card price is still fairly affordable, expect to shell out hundreds or thousands of dollars for graded copies in clean condition, especially as Pikachu cards continue to rise in value.
6Flareon: Generations (Ultra Rare) – $49.09
Holo Hearts
Flareon picks up where Sylveon left off, as those two Eeveelutions are establishing their legends as two of the most iconic Radiant Collection cards. As with Sylveon, you can expect things to get even better for Flareon, though this card sets a high standard with the adorable artwork.
This is undoubtedly the cutest solo depiction of Flareon that you will ever find, as this Pokemon is usually drawn to look more aggressive in fierce battle scenarios. If you love Flareon, this card is a must-have, but it is overshadowed by its full art version.
5M Gardevoir EX: Generations (Full Art) – $78.74
Mega Money Moves
Mega Gardevoir appears in both its regular and shiny forms on this beautifully designed card that features these Pokemon amid some epic posing. The alternate color palettes placed side-by-side make it so easy to appreciate Gardevoir’s Mega Evolution, and this card marks a noticeable jump in price from Flareon’s Ultra Rare.
While this is Gardevoir’s only appearance among the most expensive Radiant Collection cards, it makes it count with such a gorgeous card.
4Flareon EX: Generations (Full Art) – $93.86
Adorable Eeveelution Eyes
You were probably expecting something special after all the hype, and this Flareon EX likely delivers on your expectations. The Fire-type Eeveelution is joined by the two other original Eeveelutions: Jolteon and Vaporeon. This trio represents Kanto and stares at us with the most innocent eyes.
Even if you weren’t a fan of Flareon before, cards like this are so special that they require you to reevaluate everything you thought you knew about a Pokemon. Expect to see the Flareon EX amongFlareon’s most expensive cards for years to come.
3Reshiram Legendary Collection (Full Art) – $109.38
Rising From The Flames
Reshiram rarely appears with colorful backgrounds, which makes this striking red-rose-dotted canvas an unexpectedly beautiful choice for this regal white Pokemon. While this is probably the only depiction of Reshiram with roses, it works so well as the Pokemon’s white color palette lends itself to the deep red flowers.
Reshiram’s glance out-of-frame seals this card as one of the coolest Radiant Collection poses you’ll find, and it suits the Pokemon’s personality perfectly. Reshiram shines here, as this beautiful full art shows us a side of the Pokemon we haven’t seen before.
2Sylveon EX: Generations (Full Art) – $114.53
The Brightest Future
Time has been extremely kind to this Sylveon EX, as it continues to rise up the charts as one ofSylveon’s most valuable cards.Aside from the clear star of the show, an unnamed Eevee also appears in the frame of this brightly-colored scene. This continues the trend of Eevee following close behind, as we saw in the previous Sylveon card.
The bright green background is the perfect base for the hearts along the left edge of the card. Sylveon’s white and pink color palette contrasts perfectly and combines with the hearts to form a scene that reflects the Pokemon’s whimsical personality.
1Mew EX: Legendary Treasures (Full Art) – $136.07
Moving Up
Mew makes a statement as the most valuable Radiant Collection card in the Pokemon TCG, as one of the most popular Pokemon of all time adds another incredible card to its impressive collection. This card continues the trend of brightly colored Pokemon placed on an equally attractive background.
Mew’s pink palette is the perfect color to pop from the shades of blue and purple behind it, and benefits from the yellow stars sparkling. Expect this card’s value to keep climbing toward $200 for the cleanest copies.
