Best Cards in Paldean Fates

Shiny Charizard ex leads a deep shiny chase list.

Updated June 2026 · 5 min read

Paldean Fates is a shiny-focused special set, so the chase list is built around its shiny "treasure" subset. Here's what's worth chasing.

1. Shiny Charizard ex

The headline chase — a shiny Charizard ex in a hit-dense special set is exactly the card that sells the product. It sets the ceiling.

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2. The shiny ultra-rare ex cards

The set's other shiny ex cards (the higher 'treasure' numbers) are the mid-to-upper tier — shiny variants of popular Paldea Pokémon.

3. The baby shinies

The shiny baby Pokémon subset is broadly collected and keeps demand spread across the set, even if individual values are lower.

Chase or singles?

Special sets are hit-dense but the top shinies still command premiums — buy the single you want. See is Paldean Fates worth it.

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FAQ

What is the best card in Paldean Fates?
Shiny Charizard ex is the headline chase. The other shiny ultra-rare ex cards and the shiny baby Pokémon subset round out the value.
Is Paldean Fates a good set for shinies?
Yes — it's a shiny-focused special set built around a shiny 'treasure' subset, with Shiny Charizard ex as the top chase. High hit density makes it fun to rip.

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