What’s New
The Pokémon Trading Card Game is introducing a fresh expansion, Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes, which will be available in English starting January 30, 2026. The Japanese counterpart, Mega Dream ex, is set for release in late November. This set marks the return of Mega Evolution cards, with Dragonite playing a central role. It follows the recent Phantasmal Flames set and is the third installment in the Mega Evolution series.
Collectors can look forward to a range of products, including an Elite Trainer Box with eye-catching Dragonite-themed art, booster bundles, mini tins, Tech Sticker and Premium Poster collections, among others.
Configuration at a Glance
- Features over 290 cards in the set
- Includes more than 30 Trainer cards
- Over 30 Pokémon and Trainer cards with special illustrations
- Highlights Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards
- Various product configurations:
- Ascended Heroes Collection: 2 booster packs, 1 special coin, 1 promo card (Releases Jan. 30, 2026)
- Tech Sticker Collection: 3 booster packs, 1 promo card, 1 sticker sheet (Releases Jan. 30, 2026)
- Elite Trainer Box: 9 booster packs, 1 promo card, gameplay accessories, Dragonite art box (Available Feb. 20, 2026)
- Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box: 11 booster packs, 1 art card, 1 sticker card (Available Feb. 20, 2026)
- Premium Poster Collection: 10 booster packs, 1 promo card, 1 double-sided poster (Available March 20, 2026)
- Booster Bundle: 6 booster packs (Available April 24, 2026)
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Special illustration cards featuring Pokémon and Trainers (over 30 in total)
- Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards, including:
- Mega Charizard Y ex
- Mega Dragonite ex (set focus)
- Mega Gengar ex
- Other notable cards include: N’s Vanilluxe, Entei
Autographs & Relics
No autograph or memorabilia cards have been announced for this expansion based on the provided details.
Collector Notes
- Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes represents the third set in the Mega Evolution series
- Dragonite is the main featured Pokémon, with exclusive box art and promo cards
- Product release dates range from January 30 to April 24, 2026
- Special illustration cards and Mega Evolution Pokémon ex are major attractions
- Designs showcase vibrant, energetic artwork, particularly on product packaging
- No odds, print runs, or short print/variation details have been provided
Source: https://www.sportscardportal.com
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