151

About Pokémon 151

Pokémon 151 is a love letter to the original Kanto region. Released in September 2023 as a special set under the Scarlet & Violet era, it contains 165+ cards featuring only the original 151 Pokémon — from Bulbasaur to Mew. No Paldean Pokémon, no new generation filler — just pure Kanto nostalgia.

A Nostalgia-Driven Masterpiece

What makes 151 special isn't just the Pokémon selection — it's the artwork. The set features some of the most beautiful Illustration Rares in the modern era, with depictions of Kanto Pokémon in their natural habitats, interacting with trainers, and rendered in art styles that evoke the original Ken Sugimori watercolor aesthetic. Cards like Varianten Egg and the Eevee evolution Illustration Rares are genuinely frame-worthy.

The Chase: Mew ex

The undisputed chase card of 151 is Mew ex, available as a Special Illustration Rare with breathtaking artwork depicting the mythical Pokémon floating serenely. This card became one of the most iconic pulls of 2023 and remains a trophy card for collectors. Other sought-after pulls include Charizard ex (Special Illustration Rare), Blastoise ex, and Venusaur ex — the Kanto starters in their ex forms.

Booster Bundle Format

151 was distributed through booster bundles rather than traditional booster boxes in many markets, making it a unique product. This distribution method created strong demand and the set's singles have held value exceptionally well compared to standard main-set releases.

Collector Outlook

Pokémon 151 is widely considered one of the best special sets of the Scarlet & Violet era. Its combination of iconic Pokémon, premium artwork, and limited distribution gives it strong long-term potential. PSA 10 copies of the Mew ex SIR are already commanding significant premiums and are expected to appreciate further.