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Perfect Order: Investment Guide & Top Chase Cards (Singapore 2025)

Top 10 most valuable cards with SGD prices, box price forecast, and whether Singapore collectors should be buying now or waiting

SGD $260

Top card (raw)

SGD $285–310

Current box price

SGD $250–270

Predicted dip price

Mar 27, 2025

Release date

TL;DR — Investment Verdict

Singles

Buy Meowth EX SIR and Rosa SIR now — both have strong long-term collector appeal and are fairly priced. These hold value better than sealed product from this set.

Sealed

Wait for box prices to dip to SGD $250–270. At current SGD $300+ pricing, upside is limited. The set lacks a breakout chase card to justify aggressive accumulation.

Avoid

Regular Meowth EX (~SGD $38–46) and overpriced IRs — these will soften as more product floods the market post-release.

Long-term

All Perfect Order sealed product will be worth more in 5 years. If holding long-term, SGD $250–270 box pricing is a solid entry. MSRP buyers (~SGD $217) would have exceptional value.

Top 10 Chase Cards — Singapore Price Guide

Prices sourced from eBay auction sales, pre-release data, and Singapore Carousell. USD converted at ~1.35 SGD + local market premium.

#1

Mega Zygarde EX

Special Illustration Rare

Set's most expensive card. Zygarde is a niche Pokemon — strong card but narrower collector base than Meowth. Expect mild post-release softening.

USD Price

$172–192.50

SGD Price (raw)

SGD $240–270

Outlook

Hold steady

#2

Meowth EX

Special Illustration Rare

Gen 1 icon with stunning artwork. Early copies showing excellent centering — top PSA 10 candidate in the set. Broader collector appeal than Mega Zygarde.

USD Price

~$185

SGD Price (raw)

SGD $240–265

Outlook

Best long-term hold

#3

Gold Mega Zygarde EX

Hyper Rare (Gold)

Only gold card in the set — fewer gold cards than previous Mega Evolution sets. Completionist demand will keep this relevant, though gold cards tend to soften 4–6 weeks post-release.

USD Price

~$171.50

SGD Price (raw)

SGD $225–240

Outlook

Moderate hold

#4

Rosa's Encouragement

Special Illustration Rare (Trainer)

The definitive Rosa card in Perfect Order. Rosa's popularity as a trainer character historically drives long-term appreciation — one of the stronger holds in the set.

USD Price

$150–151

SGD Price (raw)

SGD $195–215

Outlook

Strong for trainer collectors

#5

Mega Starmie

Special Illustration Rare

Bold artwork that divides opinions. Polarising cards tend to have more volatile pricing. Buy if you love it; skip if purely investing.

USD Price

~$117.50

SGD Price (raw)

SGD $155–170

Outlook

Hold with caution

#6

Mega Clefable EX

Illustration Rare

Impressive card but IRs flood the market post-release as boxes open. Expect prices to dip 15–25% in the first month. Grade-worthy if you pull NM/M.

USD Price

$89–100

SGD Price (raw)

SGD $120–145

Outlook

Likely to soften

#7

Jasinth

Special Illustration Rare (Trainer)

Newer trainer character at a relatively low price for a SIR. If Jasinth builds a fan base, early buyers at this price will look smart. Speculative.

USD Price

~$51

SGD Price (raw)

SGD $72–82

Outlook

Potential upside

#8

Clefairy

Special Art

Clefairy has appeared in multiple Mega Evolution era sets and holds value consistently. Recurring presence creates collector fatigue but also reliable demand.

USD Price

$36–48

SGD Price (raw)

SGD $52–68

Outlook

Stable demand

#9

Poke Pad

Full Art Item

Competitive staple — playable item cards have a built-in demand floor from active players. Singapore has an active competitive scene; local demand is higher than global averages.

USD Price

$31–41

SGD Price (raw)

SGD $42–55

Outlook

Buy for competition

#10

Rosa's Encouragement

Full Art Trainer

More accessible version for Rosa fans who can't stretch to the SIR. Likely to hold value moderately well given Rosa's character popularity.

USD Price

~$34

SGD Price (raw)

SGD $42–52

Outlook

Entry-level Rosa

Honourable Mentions

CardTypeSGD Est.
DubladeIllustration RareSGD $22–25
AurorusIllustration RareSGD $23–27
Mega Armory EXFull ArtSGD $35–42
Meowth EX (regular)EX RareSGD $38–46 (likely to drop)

Box Price Forecast: Where Is Perfect Order Headed?

Now (Pre-Release)

SGD $285–310

Market pre-orders

2–4 Weeks Post-Release

SGD $250–275

Predicted dip — buy zone

3–5 Years

SGD $400–600+

Historical Mega Era appreciation

Why the Dip Is Expected

Reason 1

The top card (~SGD $260) is worth less than one booster box (~SGD $300). This limits the incentive for investors to aggressively crack sealed product, which is what drives scarcity and sustains high box prices.

Reason 2

No box topper. Journey Together maintained higher prices partly through a box topper mechanism. Perfect Order has no equivalent bonus, removing a demand lever that other sets benefit from.

Reason 3

Pre-release opening numbers are lower than Ascended Heroes and Fantasmal Flames at equivalent points. Less aggressive early ripping means less early scarcity development.

The Ascended Heroes Effect

Perfect Order's release is likely to accelerate Ascended Heroes ripping. Collectors who've been waiting will quickly open Perfect Order, find the set satisfying but less exciting than Ascended Heroes' chase cards, and return to Ascended Heroes. This keeps Ascended Heroes supply tight and prices elevated.

Singapore implication: If you've been waiting for an Ascended Heroes dip, the window may be limited. An April 2025 bundle drop is the main catalyst to watch — it could briefly bring prices down to SGD $115–125/pack before recovering.

Grading Potential: Perfect Order Top Candidates

PSA 10 premiums on Mega Evolution era SIRs are consistently strong. Here's how Perfect Order cards rank for grading potential:

Grade A target

Meowth EX SIR

Early pulls showing excellent centering. Strong foil quality. PSA 10 copies estimated SGD $600–900 based on comparable SIRs from other sets.

Raw SGD $240–265 → PSA 10 est. SGD $600–900

Grade B target

Rosa's Encouragement SIR

Trainer SIRs grade well when centering holds. Rosa's collector base supports PSA 10 premiums. Good long-term graded value.

Raw SGD $195–215 → PSA 10 est. SGD $450–650

Situational

Mega Zygarde EX SIR

Worth grading if you pull a gem-quality copy. Narrower Zygarde fan base limits ceiling vs Meowth, but as the set's #1 card, PSA 10 copies will always find buyers.

Raw SGD $240–270 → PSA 10 est. SGD $500–750

Low priority

IRs (Clefairy, Rowlet, etc.)

Grading costs typically exceed premium gained on most IRs under SGD $30 raw. Only grade if you have a clear NM/M copy and can batch submissions to reduce per-card cost.

Raw SGD $18–30 → Grade only if exceptional copy

Singapore grading tip

PSA Singapore submissions typically take 3–6 months. Submit your best Perfect Order pulls now if you want graded copies ahead of the English Chaos Rising wave that may drive up graded card demand. Use the PSA affiliate code referenced by the community (coupon code COOL25) for SGD $25 off new accounts.

Singapore Collector Strategy: Buy, Wait, or Skip?

BUY NOW

  • Meowth EX SIR singles at SGD $240–255
  • Rosa SIR singles at SGD $195–210
  • Poke Pad full art before competitive demand spikes
  • Jasinth SIR under SGD $75 (speculative upside)
  • 1–2 booster bundles for the opening experience

WAIT

  • Sealed booster boxes — watch for SGD $250–270
  • Mega Zygarde EX SIR — likely post-release softening
  • Gold Mega Zygarde EX — gold cards typically dip 4–6 weeks post-release
  • Mega Clefable EX IR — will drop as more boxes open
  • Ascended Heroes — April bundle drop may create a brief buying window

SKIP / AVOID

  • Regular Meowth EX at SGD $38–46 — price unlikely to hold
  • Overpriced common reverse holos from release week
  • Buying sealed at SGD $310+ expecting quick profit
  • Duplicating IRs beyond personal collection needs

Mega Evolution Era: Full Set Comparison

SetBox (SGD)Top Card (SGD)SIR RateInvestment Rating
Ascended Heroes$450–480$1,400+ (Gengar)~1/100–120★★★★★
Fantasmal Flames$420–450$540–600 (Mega Charizard)~1/100+★★★★☆
Journey Together$340–360$200–280~1/90–100★★★☆☆
Perfect Order$285–310~$260~1/72 (best)★★☆☆☆

Investment ratings reflect short-to-medium term appreciation potential, not collecting enjoyment. Perfect Order is excellent for collecting — just not the strongest investment vehicle in the era.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perfect Order a good investment in Singapore?

Perfect Order sealed product is likely to appreciate over 3–5 years — every Pokemon booster box in history has done so. However, compared to Ascended Heroes or Fantasmal Flames, it has a lower ceiling and the top card (~SGD $260) offers less upside relative to box cost (~SGD $300). For pure investment, Ascended Heroes sealed product or singles present a stronger case. Perfect Order is better framed as accessible collecting with modest appreciation potential.

What is the most expensive card in Perfect Order?

The Mega Zygarde EX Special Illustration Rare (SIR) is the most expensive card in Perfect Order, with recent sales in the SGD $240–270 range for raw ungraded copies. The Meowth EX SIR is a close second at SGD $240–255 raw, and is considered the fan favourite due to its Gen 1 appeal and strong PSA 10 potential.

Will Perfect Order box prices drop in Singapore?

Community consensus points to box prices likely falling toward SGD $250–270 within 2–4 weeks of release. The set lacks a breakout chase card (~$1,400+ like Ascended Heroes' Gengar) that drives aggressive investor ripping. MSRP for a Perfect Order booster box is approximately USD $161 (~SGD $217), and while market pricing won't reach MSRP, it may get closer than previous Mega Evolution era sets.

Should I buy Meowth EX SIR or Mega Zygarde EX SIR from Perfect Order?

If you're choosing one, the Meowth EX SIR is the stronger long-term pick. Meowth has broader Gen 1 fan appeal, the card artwork is widely praised, and early pulls have shown excellent centering for PSA 10 submissions. Mega Zygarde EX SIR is slightly more expensive as the set's "apex" card but Zygarde has a narrower collector base. Both are priced similarly at SGD $240–265 raw.

Is the Poke Pad from Perfect Order worth buying competitively?

Yes — the Poke Pad is a highly playable competitive item card. Competitively viable cards tend to spike during tournament seasons. At SGD $42–55 for the full art version, buying now before competitive demand peaks is a reasonable play for players and collectors alike.

How does Perfect Order compare to Ascended Heroes for Singapore collectors?

Perfect Order is more accessible (lower box prices, better SIR odds per box, affordable singles) while Ascended Heroes has a dramatically higher ceiling (Gengar SIR at SGD $1,400+ raw). Perfect Order suits collectors who want to participate in the Mega Evolution era without breaking the bank. Ascended Heroes suits investors and serious collectors willing to pay premium for scarcity and chase card prestige.

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