AVERAGE BOX BREAK
5 – 2500 Degrees, Intimidation Nation and/or Z-Force Cards
3 – Retro 1997-98 Metal Universe Championship Variants Cards
3 – Skybox Premium Cards
2 – Looking to the Future and/or A Cut Above Cards
At Least 1 – Autograph, PMG, Skybox Premium Parallel, Z-Force Parallel and/or Skybox Premium 1998-99 Retro Star Rubies Card
CONTENT HIGHLIGHTS
The base set consists of 100 regular cards – each sporting a unique background design provided by the team that created the original 1997-98 Metal Universe set – and 50 high-series Metal Shredders cards (a new name and design for the high-series subset). The diverse checklist is made up of top prospects, current superstars and legends from a variety of sports: Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, Football, Golf, Hockey, MMA, Soccer, Tennis and more!
The parallel lineup is extensive and will entice fans and collectors alike! There are seven colorful, serially-#’d PMG parallels ranging from Red (#’d to 150) to Purple (#’d 1-of-1), as well as Auto and low-#’d Gold Auto parallels.
The 2022 edition of Skybox Metal Universe Champions features a bevy of intriguing inserts, including several new additions:
o NEW! 1997-98 Metal Universe Championship Retro: This collection of cards features the top athletes from the base set on the 1997-98 Metal Universe Championship base set design. Each box will contain, on average, three of these cards. There are also serially-#’d Red and Green PMG parallels!
o NEW! 2500 Degrees: This “hot” new set and its super rare Auto parallel feature an impressive checklist.
o A Cut Above: One of the most popular inserts in the 2021 edition is back. Each rainbow foilboard diecut card features one of the best athletes from the base set.
o NEW! Championship Galaxy: This is a revamped PETG version of a classic insert and features a bestof-the-best checklist.
o Fresh Foundations: The checklist for this colorful set features only top prospects and young stars! Like the base set, there are seven serially-#’d PMG parallels, highlighted by the 1-of-1 Purple parallel, as well as Auto (Varied #’ing) and Gold Auto (#’d to 10) parallels.
o NEW! Golden Touch: Another revamped version of a classic insert, this perimeter die-cut set also sports a best-of-the-best checklist.
o Intimidation Nation: Known for its iconic intimidating close-up athlete images, this classic insert is a perennial favorite. Lucky customers will find a rare autograph version!
o Jambalaya: These iconic insert cards with lenticular foil treatment feature a spectacular new background design and the best-of-the-best athletes.
o NEW! Looking to the Future: With a stunning design and a collection of top young prospects and stars, this rainbow foilboard die-cut set is sure to be a hit with everyone!
o Platinum Portraits: We’ve given the design of this popular and long-running insert a makeover. Chase these rare cards to see the new look!
o Skybox Premium: Another classic insert consisting of the top names from the base set. There are six serially-#’d parallels, highlighted by the Star Amethyst (#’d to 10) and Star Diamond (#’d 1-of-1) parallels, as well as a design variant set #d to 50 that sports the 1998-99 Skybox Premium Star Rubies design! There is also a rare Auto parallel of the design variant set. Each box will contain, on average, three regular Skybox Premium cards.
o NEW! Standout Specimen: These rare PETG die-cut cards featuring top young prospects and stars add another chase element to the product.
o NEW! Z-Force: This design of this set, which features top stars, resembles the classic ’90’s Z-Force designs. In addition to the regular set, collectors can hunt Rave (#’d to 250) and Super Rave (#’d to 50) parallels!
PRODUCT BREAKDOWN
Content, including the stated checklist #’ing, card #’ing and ratios, is subject to change. Additionally, this list may not contain all cards available in the product as there could be unannounced cards.
Autograph Cards
New! 2500 Degrees – Auto Parallel 1:960
Base Set – Auto Parallel 1:50
Base Set – Gold Auto Parallel #’d to 25
Fresh Foundation – Auto Parallel Varied #’ing
Fresh Foundation – Gold Auto Parallel #’d to 10
Intimidation Nation – Auto Parallel 1:1680
New! Metal Shredders – Auto Parallel 1:240
New! Metal Shredders – Gold Auto Parallel #’d to 10
Skybox Premium 1998-99 Retro Star Rubies – Auto Parallel 1:240
PMG Cards
New! 1997-98 Metal Universe Championship Retro – Red PMG #’d to 100 (11-100)
New! 1997-98 Metal Universe Championship Retro – Green PMG #’d to 100 (1-10)
Base Set – Red PMG Parallel #’d to 150
Base Set – Orange PMG Parallel #’d to 100
Base Set – Pink PMG Parallel #’d to 75
Base Set – Yellow PMG Parallel #’d to 50
Base Set – Blue PMG Parallel #’d to 25
Base Set – Green PMG Parallel #’d to 10
Base Set – Purple PMG Parallel #’d 1-of-1
Fresh Foundation – Red PMG Parallel #’d to 150
Fresh Foundation – Orange PMG Parallel #’d to 100
Fresh Foundation – Pink PMG Parallel #’d to 75
Fresh Foundation – Yellow PMG Parallel #’d to 50
Fresh Foundation – Blue PMG Parallel #’d to 25
Fresh Foundation – Green PMG Parallel #’d to 10
Fresh Foundation – Purple PMG Parallel #’d 1-of-1
New! Metal Shredders – Red PMG Parallel #’d to 150
New! Metal Shredders – Orange PMG Parallel #’d to 100
New! Metal Shredders – Pink PMG Parallel #’d to 75
New! Metal Shredders – Yellow PMG Parallel #’d to 50
New! Metal Shredders – Blue PMG Parallel #’d to 25
New! Metal Shredders – Green PMG Parallel #’d to 10
New! Metal Shredders – Purple PMG Parallel #’d 1-of-1
Non-Autograph/PMG Insert Cards
New! 2500 Degrees 1:15
A Cut Above 1:19
New! Championship Galaxy 1:450
Fresh Foundation 1:2
New! Golden Touch 1:180
Intimidation Nation 1:15
Jambalaya 1:540
New! Looking to the Future 1:13
Platinum Portraits 1:2100
New! 1997-98 Metal Universe Championship Retro 1:5
Skybox Premium 1:5
Skybox Premium – Star Topaz Parallel #’d to 150
Skybox Premium – Star Rubies Parallel #’d to 100
Skybox Premium – Star Sapphire Parallel #’d to 75
Skybox Premium – Star Emerald Parallel #’d to 25
Skybox Premium – Star Amethyst Parallel #’d to 10
Skybox Premium – Star Diamond Parallel #’d 1-of-1
Skybox Premium 1998-99 Retro Star Rubies #’d to 50
New! Standout Specimen 1:960
New! Z-Force 1:5
New! Z-Force – Rave Parallel #’d to 250
New! Z-Force – Super Rave Parallel #’d to 50
Non-Auto/PMG Base Set Cards
Base Set (1-100) 4:1
New! Metal Shredders (101-150) 1:2