XY Elite Trainer Box Contents

What’s in the XY Elite Trainer Boxes? Is it worth it? In this article, we’ll cover exactly what comes inside the XY Elite Trainer Boxes and whether or not you should buy one.

XY Base Elite Trainer Box - Xerneas — XY Base Elite Trainer Box – Xerneas

XY Base Elite Trainer Box - Yveltal — XY Base Elite Trainer Box – Yveltal

XY Elite Trainer Box Contents

XY Elite Trainer Boxes come in two different variations. Featuring artwork of either Xerneas or Yveltal, the XY Elite Trainer Box is a part of the 1st main set from XY. Inside, you’ll find 8 booster packs along with exclusive card sleeves and other gameplay accessories that can only be found in this ETB.

So what do you get in a XY Elite Trainer Box? It includes:

8 Pokémon TCG: XY booster packs
45 Pokémon TCG Energy cards, including Fairy Energy!
2 acrylic condition markers
6 damage-counter dice
A competition-legal coin-flip die
A player’s guide
65 Pokémon TCG: XY card sleeves
4 dividers
A collector’s box to hold everything

XY Base Elite Trainer Box Contents - Xerneas — XY Base Elite Trainer Box Contents – Xerneas

XY Base Elite Trainer Box Contents - Yveltal — XY Base Elite Trainer Box Contents – Yveltal

How Many Booster Packs in XY Elite Trainer Box?

The Pokemon XY Elite Trainer Box contains 8 booster packs from the XY set. Booster pack artworks are inserted at random.

XY booster packs come with one of four different artworks on the packaging: Xerneas, Yveltal, Mega Blastoise, or Mega Venusaur.

How many booster packs come in each type of Elite Trainer Box?

Let’s take a look at every Elite Trainer Box ever made and how many booster packs each one contains.

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XY Elite Trainer Box Promo Card

Just like other main sets from the Pokemon TCG, The XY Elite Trainer Box does not include a promo card. Only holiday sets contain ETBs with promo cards.

Is the XY Elite Trainer Box Worth It?

Yes, the XY Elite Trainer Box is worth buying! You should consider purchasing this ETB if any of the following describes you:

You are new to the Pokemon TCG and are looking for a really cool product that gives you the gameplay accessories you need to start playing the game.
You like Xerneas, Yveltal and the XY base set
You collect Pokemon Elite Trainer Boxes and want to add this one to your collection

That said, If you are buying this just for the booster packs inside, there are more cost effective ways to buy XY booster packs. I’d recommend purchasing single packs or buying an XY booster box if you’re looking for the best cost per booster pack.

Looking for the best Elite Trainer Box?

Here’s my list of the best Elite Trainer Boxes you can purchase right now!

Best Elite Trainer Boxes

XY Elite Trainer Box Artwork

XY Elite Trainer Boxes come with one of two artworks featuring either Xerneas or Yveltal on its packaging and contents.

XY Elite Trainer Box Release Date

The XY Elite Trainer Box was released on February 5, 2014 as a part of the Pokemon TCG XY base set, the 1st main set of the XY Era.

Where to Purchase XY Elite Trainer Box

XY Elite Trainer Boxes are no longer produced, so the only way to buy one is on the secondary market through sites like eBay, TCGPlayer, or StockX.

XY Elite Trainer Box Weight and Dimensions

The XY Elite Trainer Box measures 7.5 x 3.5 x 6.5 inches and weighs 1.55lbs.

XY Elite Trainer Box Contents