Quick answer
Sleeve the Overload expansion with a pack sized for its full card count, such as the Moonrakers: Overload Expansion Sleeves, and sleeve expansion cards separately from your base game so counts stay clear.
Why expansion cards deserve their own sleeve plan
Overload cards enter the same shuffle and table wear as your base Moonrakers deck, but they often live in a smaller box or a separate bag. If you sleeve them with leftover sleeves from another project, you can end up with mixed brands, slightly different heights, and a deck that shuffles unevenly.
Treat the expansion as its own sleeving job. That keeps the count honest and makes it obvious when a card is missing before you start playing.
The fit question: measure before you commit
The product listing for the Overload sleeve pack does not state a sleeve dimensions or card-size specification. That means you should not assume it matches every Moonrakers card without checking. Compare the sleeve opening to an actual Overload card before sleeving the whole stack.
If the fit is tight, stop and test a second card. Forcing cards into undersized sleeves can bend corners and scuff edges, which defeats the purpose of protection.
Step-by-step: sleeving the Overload expansion
- Count the expansion cards first: Lay out every Overload card and count them before opening the sleeve pack. Common mistake: assuming the pack count equals your card count and skipping the tally. Write the card count down so you can recheck it after sleeving.
- Test one sleeve for fit: Slide a single card into one sleeve and check that it sits flat without bowing. Common mistake: sleeving the entire stack before testing, then finding the fit is wrong. If the card bows or catches, stop and recheck before continuing.
- Sleeve in small batches: Work through 10–15 cards at a time, tapping the sleeve edge on the table so the card settles to the bottom. Common mistake: rushing and leaving cards misaligned inside the sleeve. Keep the card flush with the sleeve opening for a consistent stack height.
- Set aside spares: After sleeving all expansion cards, count the remaining sleeves and store them with the expansion. Common mistake: mixing leftovers into another game's sleeve box and losing track. Spares are your replacement supply; keep them labeled with the expansion.
- Recheck the count against your tally: Compare the number of sleeved cards to the count you wrote down. Common mistake: discovering a missing card only during setup. A final count now saves a mid-game search later.
Product facts
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Moonrakers: Overload Expansion Sleeves: Includes over 170 sleeves, described as enough for all cards in the Moonrakers: Overload expansion plus extras. You get a buffer for damaged sleeves or a miscount, so you are less likely to run short mid-sleeve.
Moonrakers: Overload Expansion Sleeves