What’s New
The Pokémon Trading Card Game is set to unveil a fresh expansion, Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes, with its English release scheduled for January 30, 2026. The Japanese counterpart, Mega Dream ex, will be available in late November. This expansion marks a reintroduction of Mega Evolution cards, spotlighting Dragonite as a key feature. 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 eye-catching Dragonite-themed artwork, booster bundles, mini tins, Tech Sticker and Premium Poster collections, and other offerings.
Configuration at a Glance
- The set comprises 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 formats 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 of Pokémon and Trainers (more than 30 in total)
- Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards, featuring:
- Mega Charizard Y ex
- Mega Dragonite ex (central focus of the set)
- Mega Gengar ex
- Other notable cards revealed: N’s Vanilluxe, Entei
Autographs & Relics
The expansion details do not include autograph or memorabilia cards as per the available information.
Collector Notes
- Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes is the third release in the Mega Evolution expansion lineup
- Dragonite is the primary featured Pokémon, with dedicated artwork and promo cards
- Product release dates are staggered from January 30 to April 24, 2026
- Special illustration cards and Mega Evolution Pokémon ex are standout features
- Designs boast vibrant, electric artwork, especially on product packaging
- No specific details on odds, print runs, or short print/variation information have been provided
Source: https://www.sportscardportal.com
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