Title: Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes Expansion Debuts Jan 20
Subtitle: Unveiling the Latest Pokémon Card Game Expansion with Mega Evolution Cards
Meta Description: Discover the new Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes expansion, featuring Dragonite and more, launching January 30, 2026. Explore the set's configuration and key highlights.
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What’s New
The Pokémon Trading Card Game is introducing a fresh expansion, Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes, scheduled for release in English on January 30, 2026. The Japanese version, Mega Dream ex, is set to debut in late November. This expansion reintroduces Mega Evolution cards, spotlighting Dragonite as a key attraction. 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 offerings, including an Elite Trainer Box with eye-catching Dragonite-themed artwork, booster bundles, mini tins, Tech Sticker and Premium Poster collections, and more.
Configuration at a Glance
- Set contains over 290 cards
- More than 30 Trainer cards included
- Features over 30 Pokémon and Trainer cards with unique illustrations
- Highlights Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards
- Various product configurations available:
- 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, such as:
- Mega Charizard Y ex
- Mega Dragonite ex (set highlight)
- Mega Gengar ex
- Other notable cards showcased: N’s Vanilluxe, Entei
Autographs & Relics
No autograph or memorabilia cards have been outlined for this expansion in the available details.
Collector Notes
- Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes is the third installment in the Mega Evolution expansion series
- Dragonite is the prominent 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 highlights
- Designs are characterized by vivid, electric artwork, particularly on product packaging
- No specifics on odds, print runs, or short print/variation details have been provided
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