The Pokémon Company International has officially announced the next major expansion coming to the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes will be available in early 2026 at retailers worldwide, introducing a huge lineup of new cards, characters and locations inspired by the Pokémon Legends: Z-A video game.
Trainers can look forward to the return of Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, brand new Trainer’s Pokémon and an exciting new rarity that is sure to become a fan favourite.
Mega Evolution Pokémon ex Take Center Stage
Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes brings a powerful collection of Mega Evolution Pokémon ex into the TCG, led by the newly revealed Mega Dragonite ex. The expansion also features returning Mega Evolution Pokémon ex with updated artwork, giving collectors and players fresh versions of classic favourites.
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Alongside these, the set introduces new Trainer’s Pokémon to discover throughout the expansion.
Introducing the Mega Attack Rare
A brand new rarity called Mega attack rare makes its debut in this expansion. These cards showcase attack names written in Japanese katakana, a style first previewed at the 2025 Pokémon World Championships.
This new rarity brings a bold and distinctive look to Mega Evolution cards and is expected to be a major highlight for collectors.
Highlights From Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes
The expansion includes a wide variety of card types for players and collectors:
• 13 Mega Evolution Pokémon ex
• Six Tera Pokémon ex and 20 Pokémon ex
• 33 illustration rare Pokémon
• 14 ultra rare Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, Pokémon ex and Trainer cards
• Seven Mega attack rare Mega Evolution Pokémon ex
• 22 special illustration rare Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, Pokémon ex and Supporter cards
Product Lineup
Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes will be available in multiple product types when it launches. Here is what has been revealed so far.
Elite Trainer Box
• Nine Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes booster packs
• One illustration rare style promo card featuring N’s Zekrom
• Gameplay accessories and a storage box
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Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes Collection
• Two booster packs
• One promo card featuring a Trainer’s Pokémon
• One matching coin
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Tech Sticker Collection
• Three booster packs
• One rare style promo card featuring Charmander or Gastly
• One sticker sheet featuring Mega Charizard Y or Mega Gengar
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Mini Tins
• Two booster packs
• One art card
• One sticker card matching the tin artwork
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Premium Poster Collection
• Ten booster packs
• One Mega attack rare promo featuring Mega Gardevoir ex or Mega Lucario ex
• One full-size two-sided poster with large artwork of the featured promo
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Booster Bundle
• Six booster packs
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More products are planned for later in 2026, with additional details expected in the coming months.
Play It Early With Pokémon TCG Live
Players will be able to experience Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes ahead of its physical release. The expansion will launch digitally in Pokémon TCG Live on January 29, 2026 for iOS, Android, macOS and Windows devices.
Players can open new packs, battle with Mega Evolution Pokémon ex and receive login bonuses tied to the release.
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