Title: Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes Expansion Debuts Jan 20
Subtitle: The Newest Pokémon TCG Expansion Brings Back Mega Evolution with a Focus on Dragonite
Meta Description: Discover the latest Pokémon TCG expansion, Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes, launching in English on January 30, 2026. Explore new Mega Evolution cards, including Dragonite, and a variety of exciting products.
Content:
What’s New
The Pokémon Trading Card Game is set to unveil a fresh expansion, Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes, releasing in English on January 30, 2026. The Japanese counterpart, Mega Dream ex, will be available in late November. This collection revisits Mega Evolution cards, spotlighting Dragonite as a key feature. It succeeds the recent Phantasmal Flames set and is the third in the Mega Evolution lineup.
Collectors will find an array of products, such as an Elite Trainer Box adorned with colorful Dragonite-themed artwork, booster bundles, mini tins, Tech Sticker and Premium Poster collections, among others.
Configuration at a Glance
- Set includes over 290 cards
- Features more than 30 Trainer cards
- Includes over 30 Pokémon and Trainer cards with special artwork
- Showcases Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards
- Diverse product configurations:
- 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 artwork cards featuring Pokémon and Trainers (more than 30 in total)
- Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards, including:
- Mega Charizard Y ex
- Mega Dragonite ex (central feature)
- Mega Gengar ex
- Other notable cards include: N’s Vanilluxe, Entei
Autographs & Relics
No autograph or memorabilia cards have been disclosed for this expansion based on the current information.
Collector Notes
- Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes is the third installment in the Mega Evolution expansion series
- Dragonite is prominently featured, with unique box art and promo cards
- Product release dates are staggered from January 30 to April 24, 2026
- Key highlights include special illustration cards and Mega Evolution Pokémon ex
- Designs feature vibrant, electric artwork, especially on product packaging
- No details on odds, print runs, or short print/variation specifics have been provided
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