Trainer's Pokémon Returns to Pokémon TCG in 2025
In an exciting reveal at the 2024 Pokémon World Championships, Pokémon announced the return of beloved mechanics from the early days of the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) set to make a comeback in 2025.
Trainer's Pokémon and Team Rocket Cards Teased for TCG
No Confirmed Official Date Yet
Trainers and fans have much to look forward to with the return of "Trainer’s Pokémon" in the Pokémon TCG. The announcement, accompanied by a captivating teaser trailer, showcased trainers like Marnie, Lillie, and N, hinting at the potential return of Team Rocket-themed cards.
The Trainer’s Pokémon cards, a hallmark of the early Pokémon TCG, represent Pokémon owned by specific trainers or characters. These cards are known for their unique abilities and distinctive artwork, setting them apart from standard cards. Today's reveal included Lillie’s Clefairy ex, Marnie’s Grimmsnarl ex, N’s Zoroark ex, and N’s Reshiram.
The teaser also teased the return of Team Rocket, with a glimpse of Mewtwo and the team's iconic symbol. This has sparked speculation about a Team Rocket-themed card set and the possible reintroduction of Dark Pokémon, known for their aggressive and edgy designs, which were popular in the game's early days.Rumors about Team Rocket cards have been circulating, fueled by a retailer listing in Japan and a trademark filing by The Pokémon Company titled "The Glory of Team Rocket." While no official confirmation has been provided, the anticipation for these additions is palpable.
Paradise Dragona Set Revealed at World Championships
In additional TCG news, the first cards from the upcoming Paradise Dragona set were unveiled at the 2024 Pokémon World Championships. According to PokeBeach, the showcased cards included Latias, Latios, Exeggcute, and Alolan Exeggutor ex. Paradise Dragona, a Japanese subset focused on Dragon-type Pokémon, is slated for release in English as part of the Surging Sparks set in November 2024.
As the TCG community eagerly awaits more details, the current wave of updates is drawing to a close with the Kitikami chapter's conclusion through the Shrouded Fable set. This set, launching this month, comprises 99 cards: 64 main cards and 35 secret rare cards, as detailed on the Pokémon TCG blog.
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