SV5M PSA 10 Guide
Set History & Release Context
Cyber Judge (サイバージャッジ, sv5M) released January 26, 2024 in Japan as one of the two paired main expansions of the fifth Scarlet & Violet block, alongside Wild Force (sv5K). The two sets were issued simultaneously and combined into a single English release, Temporal Forces, on March 22, 2024.
The set is themed around Future Paradox Pokemon — Iron Leaves, Iron Crown and Iron Boulder — and marked the return of ACE SPEC Trainer and Special Energy cards to the Scarlet & Violet format. ACE SPEC is a per-deck-singleton ultra-rare designation last seen in the Black & White era, and its reintroduction has reshaped the SV competitive landscape (Bulbapedia / Serebii accessed 2026-05-09).
SV5M PSA 10 Cards
2 cardsTop Chase Cards Explained
The headline chase cards in sv5M are Iron Leaves ex (and its SAR variant), Iron Crown ex, and Iron Boulder ex, alongside the Special Illustration Rare (SAR) Trainer cards introduced in the set. Hyper Rare gold etched ex cards round out the top pull tier.
For PSA 10 collectors the SAR Future Paradox Pokemon — particularly Iron Leaves ex SAR — drive grading volume, given the chase art direction continues the high standard set by sv2a / sv4a. The reintroduced ACE SPEC cards (Special Energy and Trainer rares) also command attention as competitive staples with permanent rarity.
Investment Analysis
Sv5M's investment thesis is two-pronged: (1) Future Paradox SARs are character-driven chase cards that align with the broader SV-era's strong PSA 10 grading economics, and (2) the ACE SPEC reintroduction creates a long-tail competitive demand floor for specific Trainers and Special Energies. Sealed Japanese product is supported by collectors targeting the SAR pulls. Risk: the SV era prints aggressively, and ACE SPEC competitive demand can shift quickly with format rotations.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cyber Judge (sv5M) released?
January 26, 2024 in Japan, paired with Wild Force (sv5K) (Serebii accessed 2026-05-09).
What is the English equivalent of sv5M?
Temporal Forces, released March 22, 2024 — combining cards from sv5K Wild Force and sv5M Cyber Judge into one English set.
How many cards are in Cyber Judge?
71 main cards plus 29 secrets = 100 total in the Japanese release.
What is the theme of sv5M?
Future Paradox Pokemon, headlined by Iron Leaves ex, Iron Crown ex and Iron Boulder ex; also the return of ACE SPEC cards.
What are ACE SPEC cards?
Per-deck-singleton ultra-rare Trainer and Special Energy cards last seen in Black & White, reintroduced in sv5K/sv5M as a major SV-era format mechanic.
What are the chase cards in sv5M?
Iron Leaves ex SAR, Iron Crown ex, Iron Boulder ex, plus SAR Trainer cards and Hyper Rare gold-etched ex variants.