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The all-foil 30th Celebration set introduces Futuristic rares, guarantees one of 30 Pikachu rares per booster, and launches worldwide with five initial product configurations.
The all-foil expansion introduces Futuristic rares by YOSHIROTTEN and guarantees one of 30 Pikachu rare cards in every booster pack, with five launch products available worldwide.
From September 15, Mercari is blocking sealed booster packs, booster boxes and First Partner products until it deems trading safe; individual cards remain eligible for sale.
A popular-card basket gained 6,208% from May 2004 to February 2026, versus 521% for the S&P 500, while one collector reportedly made RM1.87 million.
Eight Mega Evolution boosters cost $79.99—$30 below list, or $9.99 per pack—from a third-party Amazon seller, with only 15 lots remaining as of September 10.
TPC has confirmed 167 cards ahead of the September 16 release, including 30 Pikachu cards and two Futuristic Rares; one sold early for $1,400, while the rumored 1-in-20,000 RGB Mew remains unconfirmed.
The final eight cards complete the 30-card Pikachu gallery; each 30th Celebration booster contains one with fireworks foil, and the set releases September 16, 2026.
All 30 Classic Collection reprints are now confirmed ahead of the set’s September 16 worldwide release, with stamped, gold-bordered classics appearing in booster packs.
The September 16 expansion includes new illustration rares, a returning Classic Collection, and 30 unique Pikachu cards; each pack contains five foil cards plus a foil Basic Energy.
The 30th Celebration Binder Collection, containing a 9-pocket binder and five booster packs, has moved from October 2 to December 4, 2026; the set still launches September 16.
Seven 30th Celebration products arrive September 16, led by ETBs with nine booster packs and a Nidorina promo; every five-card booster includes one of 30 Pikachu rares.
MEGA x MEGA Parade launches in Japan on February 19, 2027, with ¥550 ten-card packs, a guaranteed high-rarity pull, and Mega Raichu X and Y as its collector-focused mascots.
Amazon is offering the collection for $37.45, a 38% discount from its $59.99 list price, with three of nine possible promo cards, two bonus booster packs and a sticker sheet.
Japan’s annual High Class Pack arrives February 19 with 10-card, 550-yen boosters, a guaranteed hit, many alternate-art secret rares, and Mega Raichu X and Y as featured Pokémon.
At San Diego Comic-Con, vending machines offered Pokémon packs for up to $39.95, while an airport Hudson store charged $14.99—more than three times MSRP.
Team Rocket’s Ambition arrives in TCG Pocket on August 27, followed by four limited-time events offering emblems, promo cards, tickets and pack hourglasses through September 28.
The 135-plus-card expansion launches November 6, with prereleases from October 24 and digital play on November 5; six Legendary Stadium cards form three paired Stadiums.
The 135-plus-card expansion launches Nov. 6, led by Mega Rayquaza ex and paired Legendary Stadium cards; prerelease play begins Oct. 24 and TCG Live access starts Nov. 5.
Delta Reign brings Mega Rayquaza back after an 11-year absence, adds split Legendary Stadium cards and includes 14 illustration rares, 17 ultra rares and six special illustration rares. Prereleases begin October 24.
Delta Reign launches November 6, with prereleases starting October 24; its lineup includes Mega Rayquaza ex, three debut Mega ex cards, 14 Illustration Rares and six SIRs.