Title: Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes Expansion Debuts Jan 20
Subtitle: Discover the Latest Expansion in the Pokémon Trading Card Game
Meta Description: Get ready for the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes expansion, arriving January 30, 2026. Explore new cards, including Mega Dragonite ex, and unique collector items.
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What’s New
The Pokémon Trading Card Game is introducing a fresh expansion, Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes, which is scheduled to release in English on January 30, 2026. The Japanese counterpart, Mega Dream ex, is set to launch in late November. This expansion reintroduces Mega Evolution cards, spotlighting Dragonite as a key element. It follows the recent Phantasmal Flames set and is the third installment in the Mega Evolution series.
Collectors will find a range of products available, such as an Elite Trainer Box adorned with colorful, Dragonite-themed artwork, booster bundles, mini tins, Tech Sticker and Premium Poster collections, among others.
Configuration at a Glance
- Over 290 cards included in the set
- Features more than 30 Trainer cards
- Includes over 30 Pokémon and Trainer cards with unique illustrations
- Showcases Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards
- Various product configurations:
- 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 double-sided poster (March 20, 2026)
- Booster Bundle: 6 booster packs (April 24, 2026)
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Special illustration cards showcasing Pokémon and Trainers (over 30 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 include: N’s Vanilluxe, Entei
Autographs & Relics
No autograph or memorabilia cards have been mentioned for this expansion in the available information.
Collector Notes
- Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes represents the third set in the Mega Evolution expansion series
- Dragonite is the main featured Pokémon, with dedicated artwork and promo cards
- Product release dates are spread out from January 30 to April 24, 2026
- Special illustration cards and Mega Evolution Pokémon ex are standout features
- Designs are characterized by bright, dynamic artwork, particularly on product packaging
- No specifics on odds, print runs, or short print/variation details are provided
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