Scarlet & Violet has officially wrapped, and we’re ranking every set from worst to best. From Shrouded Fable’s stumble to Paldean Fates’ shiny storm, Prismatic Evolutions’ chaotic hype, and 151’s nostalgia-driven perfection, Wash and Ryan break down what made each release shine—or flop.

We cover the hits, the misses, and the biggest surprises across the whole era, including which sets secretly have the best Illustration Rares, which Charizards aged best, and what collectors are still chasing months later.

Key takeaways:

• 151 still reigns supreme—nostalgia, art, and hit rates in perfect balance.

• Paldea Evolved is the true IR “holy grail” of the era.

• Paldean Fates nails the fun factor but needed more full-art shinies.

• Prismatic Evolutions’ missing IRs hurt its legacy despite historic hype.

• Sword & Shield vs Scarlet & Violet: next episode, we settle the debate.

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