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:
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!
NEW! 2500 Degrees: This "hot" new set and its super rare Auto parallel feature an impressive checklist.
A Cut Above: One of the most popular inserts in the 2021 edition is back. Each rainbow foilboard die-cut card features one of the best athletes from the base set.
NEW! Championship Galaxy: This is a revamped PETG version of a classic insert and features a best- of-the-best checklist.
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.
NEW! Golden Touch: Another revamped version of a classic insert, this perimeter die-cut set also sports a best-of-the-best checklist.
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!
Jambalaya: These iconic insert cards with lenticular foil treatment feature a spectacular new background design and the best-of-the-best athletes.
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!
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!
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.
NEW! Standout Specimen: These rare PETG die-cut cards featuring top young prospects and stars add another chase element to the product.
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!
2022 Skybox Metal Universe Champions is loaded with incredible athletes, from top prospects to current superstars to sporting icons. Here are just a few of the notable new names you'll find in this special product:
- Bryan Acuna
- Henry Davis
- Scoot Henderson
- Catarina Macario
- Marcelo Mayer
- Jose Perdomo
- Maria Sharapova
- Shaedon Sharpe
- Jabari Smith
- Amen Thompson
- Ausar Thompson
- DJ Uiagalelei
- Caleb Williams
- Malik Willis
- Will Zalatoris
PRODUCT BREAKDOWN:
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-Auto/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
