We are thrilled to unveil additional details about the upcoming Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion, Mega Evolution—Phantasmal Flames. Scheduled for release on November 14, 2025, this expansion promises an exciting lineup of new cards that will enhance your gameplay experience. In this article, we will explore five more cards that will be featured in this highly anticipated expansion, including two dynamic Mega Evolution Pokémon, several engaging Darkness-type Pokémon, and an impressive Item card.
The first card we want to highlight is Mega Heracross, a powerhouse that exemplifies the theme of this expansion. In its stunning illustration, Mega Heracross appears to be charging up to unleash devastating attacks. With its Juggernaut Horn attack, which requires two Grass Energy, it can deal a remarkable 100 damage. What's more, if Mega Heracross was damaged during your opponent’s last turn, it can inflict even greater damage! Alternatively, Mega Heracross can opt for the Mountain Ramming attack, which requires three Grass Energy, allowing it to deal 170 damage while discarding the top two cards of your opponent’s deck. This card is sure to be a favorite among players seeking to enhance their strategy.
Next up is the fiery Mega Charizard X, whose artwork is a breathtaking depiction of phantasmal flames streaking across a dark sky. Accompanied by its pre-evolutions, Charmander and Charmeleon, this card captures the essence of fire in a spectacular way. Its powerful Inferno X attack allows players to deal 90 damage for each Fire Energy discarded from their Pokémon. With Mega Charizard X, the potential for damage is limitless as you can choose to discard any amount of Fire Energy to maximize your offensive capabilities on the battlefield!
Introducing the Punk Pokémon, Toxtricity, whose menacing artwork by DOM showcases its readiness to unleash chaos. Toxtricity comes equipped with the Sinister Surge Ability, enabling you to search your deck for a Basic Darkness Energy card and attach it to one of your Benched Darkness Pokémon. However, be cautious, as attaching Energy this way will place two damage counters on that Pokémon. Additionally, Toxtricity can unleash its Gentle Slap attack for two Darkness Energy and one Energy of any type, dealing a solid 100 damage. This card adds versatility and strategic depth to your Darkness-type deck.
Next, we have Mega Gengar ex, a formidable presence on the battlefield. Its chilling Void Gale attack can deal a staggering 230 damage while allowing you to move an Energy from Mega Gengar ex to one of your Benched Pokémon. This synergizes beautifully with Toxtricity’s Sinister Surge Ability, providing even more Energy acceleration for your Darkness-type Pokémon. Furthermore, Mega Gengar ex’s Shadowy Concealment Ability helps you stay in the game longer by reducing the number of Prize cards your opponent takes when your Darkness Pokémon is knocked out by damage from an opponent’s Pokémon ex.
Completing our lineup is Sableye, a cunning Darkness-type Pokémon that offers a unique attack called Cocky Claw. This attack gains additional power if you have any Stage 2 Darkness-type Pokémon on your Bench, like Mega Gengar ex, adding 70 damage to the base 20 damage it inflicts. In this illustration by osare, Sableye is depicted shielding itself from the sunlight, adding a whimsical yet mysterious touch to its character.
Finally, we present the Wondrous Patch, an intriguing Item card illustrated by Studio Bora Inc. This card showcases mesmerizing purple and pink hues typical of Psychic-type moves. The Wondrous Patch allows you to attach a Basic Psychic Energy card from your discard pile to one of your Benched Psychic-type Pokémon, providing essential Energy acceleration when you need it the most.
As we conclude this sneak peek into the Mega Evolution—Phantasmal Flames expansion, we hope you are as excited as we are about the incredible cards set to release on November 14, 2025. Be sure to stay tuned for more updates, and ignite a new path to victory, Trainers!
