Silver Tempest ETB (2022): Contents and MSRP
By Dexhaul Team · October 12, 2026 · 6 min read
The Silver Tempest Elite Trainer Box contains 8 Sword & Shield Silver Tempest booster packs, 65 Alolan Vulpix card sleeves, and a full set of TCG accessories including an acrylic VSTAR marker. It launched on November 11, 2022 at a $49.99 MSRP.
Silver Tempest is SWSH12, the final numbered main set of the Sword & Shield era.
The Scarlet & Violet era began with SV01 in March 2023, so Silver Tempest ETB packs are the last retail product to include pulls from the SWSH Trainer Gallery subset (TG01-TG30) in a standard 8-pack box. A separate Pokémon Center exclusive version added 3 more packs and two full-art Alolan Vulpix promo cards. Both versions are covered below.
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What's inside the Silver Tempest Elite Trainer Box
| Item | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sword & Shield Silver Tempest booster packs | 8 | 10 cards per pack, including at least 1 reverse holo or better |
| Card sleeves | 65 | Alolan Vulpix art; fits standard-sized cards |
| Acrylic VSTAR marker | 1 | Tracks VSTAR Power use; standard in all ETBs from Brilliant Stars onward |
| Basic Energy cards | 45 | Mixed type; useful for casual play |
| Damage-counter dice | 6 | Standard d6 used for tracking HP damage |
| Acrylic condition markers | 2 | Asleep, confused, paralyzed, burned, poisoned |
| Competition-legal coin-flip die | 1 | Replaces coin flips in tournament play |
| Player's guide | 1 | Set overview and basic rules reference |
The accessories list is identical to other SWSH-era ETBs from Brilliant Stars onward. The only differences between ETBs in this era are the sleeve art and the booster packs inside.
Silver Tempest's notable cards include Lugia VSTAR and Regidrago VSTAR. Lugia VSTAR became one of the most-played VSTAR Pokémon in competitive formats through early 2023, pairing with Archeops V to accelerate Special Energy. Its presence kept Silver Tempest pack demand elevated long after launch.
The Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery (TG01-TG30) is a unique feature of this set and the three that came before it (Brilliant Stars, Astral Radiance, Lost Origin). TG cards feature Trainers alongside their Pokémon in full-art illustrated scenes, and Silver Tempest is the last regular-booster SWSH set to include them. That makes these pulls exclusive to four sets, none of which is being reprinted.
MSRP and price per pack
| Version | MSRP at launch | Packs | MSRP per pack | Secondary market range (observed Oct 12, 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard ETB | $49.99 (pokemon.com) | 8 | $6.24 | $55–$165 USD |
| Pokémon Center ETB | $59.99 (Pokémon Center exclusive) | 11 | $5.45 | $216–$400 USD |
The $49.99 MSRP was standard across all SWSH main-set ETBs. Prices observed in secondary market listings on October 12, 2026 ranged from $55 to $165 for the standard version, with the wide spread reflecting condition, seller, and shipping differences across independent shops.
How it compares to other SWSH ETBs
| ETB | Set code | Release date | Packs | Sleeve art | MSRP | Trainer Gallery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brilliant Stars ETB | SWSH09 | Feb 25, 2022 | 8 | Arceus | $49.99 | Yes (TG01-TG30) |
| Lost Origin ETB | SWSH11 | Sep 9, 2022 | 8 | Giratina | $49.99 | Yes (TG01-TG30) |
| Silver Tempest ETB | SWSH12 | Nov 11, 2022 | 8 | Alolan Vulpix | $49.99 | Yes (TG01-TG30) |
The three ETBs in the table above are structurally identical: 8 packs, the same accessory kit, and the Trainer Gallery subset. The only meaningful differences are the sleeve art and the specific chase cards each set produced. Silver Tempest brought Lugia VSTAR and Regidrago VSTAR; Lost Origin brought Giratina V in its original Alt Art print; Brilliant Stars had Arceus VSTAR.
If you are looking specifically at the Lost Origin vs Silver Tempest choice, the dedicated comparison covers both sets' card pools and secondary market positioning side by side.
The Pokémon Center ETB
A Pokémon Center exclusive version launched alongside the standard ETB on November 11, 2022. It retailed at $59.99 through the Pokémon Center online store, which is the only authorized distribution channel for PC exclusives.
The PC ETB contains 11 booster packs (three more than the standard), and two full-art Alolan Vulpix promo cards. One promo carries the Pokémon Center stamp; the other does not. Those promos are exclusive to this version and do not appear in the standard ETB.
On the secondary market in October 2026, the PC ETB commands a significant premium over the standard version: $216–$400 observed, compared to $55–$165 for the standard ETB. The difference reflects both the exclusive promos and the three extra packs, but the promo cards are the primary driver. Collectors who want a sealed PC ETB for the Alolan Vulpix promos are paying a $150-plus gap over the standard box.
Release timeline
| Date | Milestone | Source |
|---|---|---|
| November 11, 2022 | English release: standard ETB, Pokémon Center ETB, booster packs, and other Silver Tempest products | pokemon.com gallery |
| January 20, 2023 | Crown Zenith (SWSH12.5) releases, followed by the Scarlet & Violet era from March 2023; no new Silver Tempest print runs announced | Bulbapedia |
No reprint of the Silver Tempest ETB has been announced. Stock in independent shops today comes from original sealed inventory. The SWSH era concluded with Crown Zenith in early 2023.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Silver Tempest ETB suits collectors building out the SWSH era or specifically chasing Lugia VSTAR, Regidrago VSTAR, or Trainer Gallery cards. It is the last standard SWSH main-set ETB, which makes it a natural capstone for anyone filling in the SWSH product line.
Players who need Silver Tempest cards for competitive play can find singles from any era more efficiently than opening packs. The Scarlet & Violet format is separate; no Silver Tempest cards are currently Standard-legal.
Budget-conscious collectors looking for a recent ETB with a comparable accessory kit will find the current Scarlet & Violet ETBs widely available at MSRP. Anyone who specifically wants the Alolan Vulpix sleeve art or the final SWSH Trainer Gallery pulls should look at the Silver Tempest ETB specifically.
For binder and storage options to keep Trainer Gallery cards in good shape, the Pokémon TCG binders guide has a full comparison of current options.
FAQ
How many packs are in the Silver Tempest ETB?
The standard Silver Tempest Elite Trainer Box contains 8 booster packs. The Pokémon Center exclusive version contains 11 packs plus two full-art Alolan Vulpix promo cards.
What is the Silver Tempest ETB MSRP?
The Silver Tempest ETB launched at $49.99 MSRP in November 2022, matching other SWSH-era main-set ETBs. The Pokémon Center exclusive was $59.99. Secondary market prices observed in October 2026 ranged from $55 to $165 for the standard version.
What are the Trainer Gallery cards in Silver Tempest?
Silver Tempest includes 30 Trainer Gallery cards labeled TG01-TG30. These full-art cards depict Trainers with their Pokémon and are exclusive to the four SWSH main sets that ran them (Brilliant Stars through Silver Tempest). No reprint has been announced.
What is the difference between the Silver Tempest ETB and the Pokémon Center ETB?
The Pokémon Center ETB adds 3 extra packs (11 total) and two exclusive full-art Alolan Vulpix promos, one with a Pokémon Center stamp. It sold exclusively through the Pokémon Center online store at launch. On the secondary market it now commands a substantial premium over the standard ETB.
Is the Silver Tempest ETB still in print?
No reprint has been announced. Silver Tempest is a Sword & Shield era product, and SWSH print runs concluded when the Scarlet & Violet era launched in early 2023. Sealed stock today comes from existing sealed collector inventory and hobby retailers.
Browse current Silver Tempest and other Elite Trainer Box listings across independent Pokémon shops at DexHaul's Elite Trainer Box collection. DexHaul is an independent Pokémon search engine and is not affiliated with The Pokémon Company.
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