2021 Umbreon V (ブラッキーV) CSR TAG Grade: 10 Gem Mint / TAG Score: 962/1000
This stunning Umbreon V (#244/184) hails from the Japanese High Class Pack VMAX Climax (S8b), the monumental set that capped the Sword & Shield era on December 3, 2021. As a Character Super Rare (CSR)—the elite full-art variant renowned for its breathtaking Trainer-and-Pokémon illustrations—this card is one of the most iconic and sought-after chases from the entire VMAX Climax lineup.
Often called "Karen's Umbreon V" for its dramatic depiction of Dark-type Elite Four member Karen (カリン) alongside her legendary partner, the artwork—illustrated by the talented Ligton—captures Umbreon's shadowy elegance in breathtaking detail: sleek black fur bathed in moonlight, those signature glowing rings pulsing with ethereal energy, and premium Japanese foil layering that delivers unmatched depth, shine, and texture. No English equivalent comes close to replicating this exact composition or the superior foil quality that Japanese CSR prints are renowned for.
A Generation II Dark-type legend, Umbreon has long commanded elite status among Eeveelution fans—but this CSR version catapults it into true must-have territory. For serious collectors hunting flawless modern Japanese holos, pristine Gem Mint examples, and the pinnacle chase pulls from one of the 2020s' most hyped and loaded sets, this high-sub-grade TAG 10 (962/1000) is an absolute grail. Timeless, moody, and undeniably premium—pure collector perfection.
Grading Details
TAG Grade: Gem Mint (pristine example with minimal defects)
TAG Score: 962/1000 — precise TAG evaluation
Protective TAG Sleeve: Included and applied to the slab
Full Transparency: QR code available on the slab for the complete Digital Imaging & Grading (DIG) Report, including:
DINGS breakdown
High-res downloadable images
Leaderboard rank and population status
Notable Defects (Verified from DIG Report)
1 DING reported: 1 Edge Wear (Front / Right)
No DINGS on corners (0 front & back), back edges (0), or surface (0 front & back)
Near-perfect centering: Front 50L/50R 51T/49B, Back 46L/54R 52T/48B
High Fray/Fill scores (998–1000 across most categories; minor dips like front right edge fill 998)
Excellent corner preservation (all 1000 sub-scores on back, strong angles front)
Surface Defect Transparency Slider: 100 (full clarity, no issues)
Population & Rank (as of 3/15/2026)
POP 24 in Gem Mint – Strong placement in a competitive tier (total graded: 29)
Total graded: 29 | Gem Mint graded: 24
Highest Gem Mint: 3rd | Highest overall: 3rd | Card rank: 3rd overall
Graded 2/25/2026 (23rd Gem Mint graded | 28th card graded overall) A top-tier Gem Mint example in this popular Character Super Rare!
Shipping & Handling
Free shipping via USPS Priority Mail with secure protection
Card ships in bubble pouch + extra padding inside a sturdy box
Handling within 2 business days, though shipped from an overseas FPO address (may add a few days). Thank you for your patience! :)
2021 Umbreon V (ブラッキーV) CSR TAG Grade: 10 Gem Mint / TAG Score: 962/1000
This stunning Umbreon V (#244/184) hails from the Japanese High Class Pack VMAX Climax (S8b), the monumental set that capped the Sword & Shield era on December 3, 2021. As a Character Super Rare (CSR)—the elite full-art variant renowned for its breathtaking Trainer-and-Pokémon illustrations—this card is one of the most iconic and sought-after chases from the entire VMAX Climax lineup.
Often called "Karen's Umbreon V" for its dramatic depiction of Dark-type Elite Four member Karen (カリン) alongside her legendary partner, the artwork—illustrated by the talented Ligton—captures Umbreon's shadowy elegance in breathtaking detail: sleek black fur bathed in moonlight, those signature glowing rings pulsing with ethereal energy, and premium Japanese foil layering that delivers unmatched depth, shine, and texture. No English equivalent comes close to replicating this exact composition or the superior foil quality that Japanese CSR prints are renowned for.
A Generation II Dark-type legend, Umbreon has long commanded elite status among Eeveelution fans—but this CSR version catapults it into true must-have territory. For serious collectors hunting flawless modern Japanese holos, pristine Gem Mint examples, and the pinnacle chase pulls from one of the 2020s' most hyped and loaded sets, this high-sub-grade TAG 10 (962/1000) is an absolute grail. Timeless, moody, and undeniably premium—pure collector perfection.
Grading Details
TAG Grade: Gem Mint (pristine example with minimal defects)
TAG Score: 962/1000 — precise TAG evaluation
Protective TAG Sleeve: Included and applied to the slab
Full Transparency: QR code available on the slab for the complete Digital Imaging & Grading (DIG) Report, including:
DINGS breakdown
High-res downloadable images
Leaderboard rank and population status
Notable Defects (Verified from DIG Report)
1 DING reported: 1 Edge Wear (Front / Right)
No DINGS on corners (0 front & back), back edges (0), or surface (0 front & back)
Near-perfect centering: Front 50L/50R 51T/49B, Back 46L/54R 52T/48B
High Fray/Fill scores (998–1000 across most categories; minor dips like front right edge fill 998)
Excellent corner preservation (all 1000 sub-scores on back, strong angles front)
Surface Defect Transparency Slider: 100 (full clarity, no issues)
Population & Rank (as of 3/15/2026)
POP 24 in Gem Mint – Strong placement in a competitive tier (total graded: 29)
Total graded: 29 | Gem Mint graded: 24
Highest Gem Mint: 3rd | Highest overall: 3rd | Card rank: 3rd overall
Graded 2/25/2026 (23rd Gem Mint graded | 28th card graded overall) A top-tier Gem Mint example in this popular Character Super Rare!
Shipping & Handling
Free shipping via USPS Priority Mail with secure protection
Card ships in bubble pouch + extra padding inside a sturdy box
Handling within 2 business days, though shipped from an overseas FPO address (may add a few days). Thank you for your patience! :)
