Title: Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes Expansion Arrives Jan 20
Subtitle: Explore the Latest Mega Evolution Set Featuring Dragonite
Meta Description: Dive into the new Pokémon TCG expansion, Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes, launching January 30, 2026. Discover the return of Mega Evolution cards with Dragonite at the forefront.
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What’s New
The Pokémon Trading Card Game is gearing up for a fresh release with the Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes expansion, debuting in English on January 30, 2026. The Japanese edition, titled Mega Dream ex, will be available in late November. This release marks the return of Mega Evolution cards, spotlighting Dragonite. Following the recent Phantasmal Flames set, this is the third installment in the Mega Evolution series.
Fans can look forward to 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 more.
Configuration at a Glance
- Set includes over 290 cards
- Features more than 30 Trainer cards
- Contains over 30 Pokémon and Trainer cards with special illustrations
- Incorporates 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 (over 30 included)
- Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards, such as:
- Mega Charizard Y ex
- Mega Dragonite ex (central focus)
- Mega Gengar ex
- Other notable cards include N’s Vanilluxe and Entei
Autographs & Relics
There are no autograph or memorabilia cards mentioned for this expansion in the current information.
Collector Notes
- Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes is the third release in the Mega Evolution expansion series
- Dragonite is prominently featured, with exclusive box art and promo cards
- Product release dates span from January 30 to April 24, 2026
- Special illustration cards and Mega Evolution Pokémon ex are standout features
- Designs boast vibrant, electric artwork, particularly on packaging
- No details on odds, print runs, or short print/variation specifics have been provided
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