The anticipation is building for the upcoming Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion, titled Mega Evolution, set to launch on September 26, 2025. This new collection promises to introduce a variety of thrilling cards, including a Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, an illustration rare card, a member of the Treasures of Ruin, a popular Pokémon Trainer, and much more. Let’s dive deeper into some of the standout cards you can expect to see in this exciting expansion.
One of the most awe-inspiring cards in the Mega Evolution expansion is the Mega Latias ex. This illustration rare card beautifully captures the Mega-Evolved Legendary Pokémon soaring through a night sky filled with skyscrapers. With its Illusory Impulse attack, Mega Latias ex can unleash a staggering 300 damage on your opponent's Active Pokémon. However, there is a catch: you must discard all Energy attached to Mega Latias ex to activate this powerful attack. If you need to switch out Mega Latias ex for a new Pokémon, its Strafe attack allows you to swap it with a Benched Pokémon for just one Energy, dealing 40 damage to the opponent’s Active Pokémon as it exits the battlefield.
Another formidable contender in this expansion is Steelix, depicted in an illustration rare card that highlights its intimidating presence. When played early in the game, Steelix can utilize its Welcoming Tail attack to deal an impressive 240 damage, provided you still have six Prize cards remaining. If you’ve lost any Prize cards, the damage drops to 40. Additionally, Steelix's Skull Bash attack, though requiring more Energy, consistently inflicts 140 damage, making it a reliable choice in any battle.
Meet Chi-Yu, a Legendary Pokémon that appears surprisingly adorable despite its fiery nature. This member of the Treasures of Ruin may not deliver massive damage, but its Scorching Earth attack is incredibly strategic. For just one Energy, this attack destroys your opponent's Stadium card and prevents them from playing another Stadium card during their next turn. Although it deals only 40 damage, the disruption it causes can be invaluable, especially against opponents relying heavily on Stadium cards.
The Lillie’s Determination Supporter card embodies the spirit of determination, illustrated by Lillie's focused glare. This card allows you to shuffle your hand back into your deck and draw six new cards, providing a fresh start whether you have a large hand of unusable cards or just a few. Furthermore, if you still have six Prize cards remaining, you can draw an additional two cards, expanding your options and strategies during gameplay.
Magneton brings a unique twist to battles with its Thunder Shock attack. While this attack inflicts only 30 damage, it has the added benefit of Paralyzing your opponent's Active Pokémon, rendering them unable to attack during their next turn. This charming Pokémon, radiating cute energy waves, can prove to be a tactical annoyance for your opponent.
The appearance of Tyrogue on this card is captivating as it clings to pipes on a building, leaving viewers curious about its intentions. Is it climbing up or down? What has caught its intense gaze? The ambiguity adds intrigue to this Fighting-type Pokémon. Tyrogue’s Pow-Pow Punching attack operates similarly to the Mega Kangaskhan ex card featured in an earlier preview. Players flip a coin each time they use this attack; the more heads you flip before landing tails, the more powerful the attack becomes. Initially dealing only 10 damage, each successful head adds an extra 30 damage, making Tyrogue a potential powerhouse in the right hands.
These are just a few of the exciting cards you can look forward to in the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution expansion. Prepare for battle and strategize your deck as we count down to the launch on September 26, 2025!
