Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes Expansion Debuts Jan 20

What’s New

The Pokémon Trading Card Game is introducing a fresh expansion, Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes, scheduled for an English release on January 30, 2026. The Japanese counterpart, Mega Dream ex, will be available in late November. This expansion revisits Mega Evolution cards with Dragonite as a key attraction. It follows the recent Phantasmal Flames set and is the third installment in the Mega Evolution series.

Collectors can look forward to a range of products, such as an Elite Trainer Box featuring vibrant Dragonite-themed artwork, booster bundles, mini tins, Tech Sticker and Premium Poster collections, and more.

Configuration at a Glance

• The set includes over 290 cards
• Features more than 30 Trainer cards
• Over 30 Pokémon and Trainer cards with special illustrations
• Incorporates 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 two-sided poster (March 20, 2026)
  • Booster Bundle: 6 booster packs (April 24, 2026)

Key Inserts & Parallels

• Special illustration cards featuring Pokémon and Trainers (more than 30 total)
• Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards, including:

  • Mega Charizard Y ex
  • Mega Dragonite ex (set highlight)
  • 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 details.

Collector Notes

• Mega Evolution - Ascended Heroes is the third set in the Mega Evolution series
• Dragonite is the main featured Pokémon, with exclusive box art and promo cards
• The release dates for products are spread from January 30 to April 24, 2026
• Special illustration cards and Mega Evolution Pokémon ex are standout features
• Designs boast bright, electric artwork, particularly on the packaging
• No specific odds, print runs, or short print/variation details have been provided

Source: https://www.sportscardportal.com