Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes Expansion Debuts Jan 20

Title: Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes Expansion Debuts Jan 20

Subtitle: Exciting new Pokémon TCG expansion featuring Dragonite and Mega Evolution cards.

Meta Description: Discover the latest Pokémon TCG expansion, Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes, launching January 30, 2026. Explore new cards, products, and the return of Mega Evolution with Dragonite in the spotlight.

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What’s New

The Pokémon Trading Card Game is introducing a fresh expansion, Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes, scheduled for release in English on January 30, 2026. The Japanese edition, Mega Dream ex, will be available in late November. This set marks a comeback for Mega Evolution cards, with Dragonite taking center stage. It succeeds the recent Phantasmal Flames set and is the third installment in the Mega Evolution series.

Collectors 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, among others.

Configuration at a Glance

• More than 290 cards in the collection
• Features over 30 Trainer cards
• Includes over 30 Pokémon and Trainer cards with unique illustrations
• Showcases Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards
• Diverse 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 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 in total)
• Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards, including:

  • Mega Charizard Y ex
  • Mega Dragonite ex (set highlight)
  • Mega Gengar ex

• Other significant cards include: N’s Vanilluxe, Entei

Autographs & Relics

There are no autograph or memorabilia cards mentioned for this expansion in the provided details.

Collector Notes

• Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes is the third entry in the Mega Evolution expansion series
• Dragonite is the prominent Pokémon, featured in box art and promo cards
• Product release dates are staggered from January 30 to April 24, 2026
• Special illustration cards and Mega Evolution Pokémon ex are major attractions
• Designs showcase vibrant, electric artwork, especially on product packaging
• No details on odds, print runs, or short print/variation have been provided