Title: Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes Expansion Arrives Jan 20
Subtitle: Exciting New Pokémon TCG Expansion Featuring Mega Evolution Cards
Meta Description: Discover the upcoming Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes expansion, launching January 30, 2026, with a focus on Dragonite and Mega Evolution cards.
Content:
What’s New
The Pokémon Trading Card Game is introducing a fresh expansion, Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes, scheduled to debut in English on January 30, 2026. The Japanese edition, known as Mega Dream ex, will be available in late November. This release marks the comeback of Mega Evolution cards, spotlighting Dragonite as a key element. It follows the recent Phantasmal Flames set and is the third installment in the Mega Evolution series.
Collectors can anticipate a range of products, including an Elite Trainer Box with lively Dragonite-themed artwork, booster bundles, mini tins, Tech Sticker and Premium Poster collections, and more.
Configuration at a Glance
- The set contains over 290 cards
- Features more than 30 Trainer cards
- Includes over 30 Pokémon and Trainer cards with unique illustrations
- Highlights Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards
- Various product configurations include:
- Ascended Heroes Collection: 2 booster packs, 1 special coin, 1 promo card (Jan. 30, 2026)
- Tech Sticker Collection: 3 booster packs, 1 promo card, 1 sticker sheet (Jan. 30, 2026)
- Elite Trainer Box: 9 booster packs, 1 promo card, gameplay accessories, Dragonite box (Feb. 20, 2026)
- Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box: 11 booster packs, 1 art card, 1 sticker card (Feb. 20, 2026)
- Premium Poster Collection: 10 booster packs, 1 promo card, 1 two-sided poster (March 20, 2026)
- Booster Bundle: 6 booster packs (April 24, 2026)
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Special illustration cards featuring Pokémon and Trainers (more than 30 in total)
- Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards, including:
- Mega Charizard Y ex
- Mega Dragonite ex (main focus)
- Mega Gengar ex
- Additional notable cards: N’s Vanilluxe, Entei
Autographs & Relics
The information provided does not mention any autograph or memorabilia cards for this expansion.
Collector Notes
- Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes is the third release in the Mega Evolution series
- Dragonite is the featured Pokémon, with exclusive box art and promo cards
- Product release dates are staggered from January 30 to April 24, 2026
- Special illustration cards and Mega Evolution Pokémon ex are significant features
- Designs are characterized by vibrant, electrifying artwork, especially on packaging
- No details on odds, print runs, or short print/variation have been provided
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