Hi girlies 💌
Some Pokémon sets are fun to open. Some Pokémon sets are beautiful to display. And then there's Gem Pack Vol. 2, a set that somehow manages to be both at the same time ♡
If you've ever looked at an Eeveelution binder page and thought, "okay, this is ridiculously pretty," this set was basically made for you.
Today we're opening a little love letter to one of the most beloved releases in the Simplified Chinese Pokémon TCG. So grab a cozy drink, fluff up your favorite blanket, and let's talk about why Gem Pack Vol. 2 still has collectors completely obsessed.
What is Gem Pack Vol. 2?
Gem Pack Vol. 2 is a Simplified Chinese exclusive Pokémon TCG release centered around everyone's favorite evolution family.
The set contains 140 cards total, with 4 cards per pack, and a full box holds 15 packs. Here's the part collectors love most:
Every single card is holographic. No bulk. No filler. No opening ten packs just to find one shiny card.
Every pack gives you four holo cards, which makes opening Gem Pack Vol. 2 feel more like opening tiny treasures than traditional booster packs. It's one of the reasons so many collectors fall in love with the Gem Pack series.
Who is in the set?
Gem Pack Vol. 2 is essentially a giant love letter to Eevee and all nine members of its evolution family. You'll find:
- Eevee
- Vaporeon
- Jolteon
- Flareon
- Espeon
- Umbreon
- Leafeon
- Glaceon
- Sylveon
Every Eeveelution gets its moment to shine, making the set incredibly satisfying for binder collectors who love building themed pages. If you're an Eevee fan, this set feels like it was designed specifically for you.
What makes the foils special?
Gem Pack Vol. 2 isn't just about pretty artwork. The foil treatments are genuinely unique.
One of the most exciting variants is the Master Ball holo pattern, which has tiny Master Ball icons stamped directly into the foil layer.
Then there are the Gem Rare cards. These special rarity tiers are exclusive to the Simplified Chinese Pokémon TCG and feature a tiny micro-security stamp embedded into the card design. It's a small detail, but collectors absolutely love it. The stamp helps authenticate the cards and gives Gem Rares a premium feel that makes them stand out from traditional Pokémon releases.
What is the chase card?
Most sets have one card everyone talks about. Gem Pack Vol. 2 has four.
The biggest chase in the set is the stunning HYOGONOSUKE Illustration Rare collection, featuring:
- Eevee
- Leafeon
- Umbreon
- Sylveon
At first glance they're gorgeous individual cards. But place all four side by side and something magical happens. The artwork connects into one continuous forest scene, creating a panoramic painting that stretches across all four cards. It's one of the most creative Pokémon card displays we've ever seen.
Among the quartet, the Umbreon Art Rare has become the crown jewel of the set. Collectors chase it relentlessly, and high-grade copies have sold for hundreds of dollars.
Fun facts to drop in the group chat
The HYOGONOSUKE cards secretly form one giant artwork
The Eevee, Leafeon, Umbreon, and Sylveon Illustration Rares aren't just matching cards. They're actually one connected forest painting spread across four cards. Once you see them lined up together, you can't unsee it.
The Umbreon became so popular that counterfeits appeared
The Umbreon Art Rare is one of the most sought-after cards in the entire Gem Pack series. The card became so heavily counterfeited that CGC issued a fraud warning reminding collectors to check for the proper micro-security stamp found on authentic copies.
There is literally zero bulk
Every card in Gem Pack Vol. 2 is holographic. Every. Single. Card. No bulk pile required.
There are roughly 18 Master Ball variants just for the Eevee family
If you're trying to complete every Eevee and Eeveelution Master Ball holo variant, you're in for a very fun collecting adventure. And maybe a few late-night marketplace searches too ♡
A little collector-to-collector note
One of our favorite things about Gem Pack Vol. 2 is that it feels designed for people who genuinely love collecting. Not just chasing value. Not just opening packs. Collecting.
The artwork is beautiful, the foils are unique, and the Eeveelution theme gives the entire set a cozy sense of identity that's hard not to fall in love with.
If you'd like to see the packs for yourself, you can find them here: Gem Pack Vol. 2 Booster Packs. You can also browse our cozy little Pokémon shop at moonlightsoleil.com. And if you're enjoying the PokéMail series, don't miss our sister post: A Love Letter to Gem Pack Vol. 5. Our socials are @moonlightsoleilco, come say hi.
Until next time, girlies ✨ May your pulls be sparkly, your binders stay organized, and your chase cards find their way home. We see you ♡
💌 Moonlight Soleil 🌙
