Set Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | January 30, 2026 (Wave 1) through April 24, 2026 (Wave 4) |
| Total Cards | 295 cards (Largest English set ever) |
| Set Type | Special Expansion • Specialty Products Only (No booster boxes) |
| Featured Pokémon | Mega Dragonite ex (First appearance), Mega Charizard Y, Mega Gengar, Mega Gardevoir, Mega Lucario |
| Card Rarities |
13 Mega Evolution Pokémon ex • 6 Tera Pokémon ex • 20 Pokémon ex 33 Illustration Rare • 14 Ultra Rare • 7 Mega Attack Rare • 22 Special Illustration Rare |
| New Mechanic | Mega Attack Rare (Attack names in Japanese Katakana) |
| Theme | Pokémon Legends: Z-A • Mega Evolution returns • Trainer's Pokémon (N's Zekrom) |
| Available At | Pokémon Center, GameStop, Best Buy, Target, Local Game Stores |
Available Products
| Image | Product Name | Contents | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|
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Ascended Heroes Collection | 2 booster packs • Trainer's Pokémon promo • Matching coin | Jan 30, 2026 |
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Tech Sticker Collection | 3 booster packs • Charmander or Gastly promo • Mega Charizard Y or Mega Gengar sticker sheet | Jan 30, 2026 |
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Elite Trainer Box | 9 booster packs • N's Zekrom promo card • 65 card sleeves • 45 Energy cards • Damage counters & dice | Feb 20, 2026 |
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Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box | 11 booster packs • N's Zekrom promo w/ PC logo • 65 card sleeves • 45 Energy cards • Damage counters & dice | Feb 20, 2026 |
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Mini Tins | 2 booster packs • 1 art card • 1 sticker card • 5 different designs | Feb 20, 2026 |
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Premium Poster — Mega Gardevoir | 10 booster packs • Mega Attack rare: Mega Gardevoir ex • Double-sided poster | Mar 20, 2026 |
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Premium Poster — Mega Lucario | 10 booster packs • Mega Attack rare: Mega Lucario ex • Double-sided poster | Mar 20, 2026 |
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Booster Bundle | 6 booster packs • Great value option | Apr 24, 2026 |
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Mega Meganium ex Box | Promo Mega Meganium ex • 4 booster packs • Coin & accessories | Apr 24, 2026 |
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Mega Emboar ex Box | Promo Mega Emboar ex • 4 booster packs • Coin & accessories | Apr 24, 2026 |
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Mega Feraligatr ex Box | Promo Mega Feraligatr ex • 4 booster packs • Coin & accessories | Apr 24, 2026 |
Special Illustration Rares
Ascended Heroes features 22 stunning Special Illustration Rares showcasing iconic trainers with their signature Pokémon partners, plus spectacular Mega Evolution artwork. Each SIR captures the bond between trainer and Pokémon with beautiful, detailed artwork.
| Card Image | Card Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
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Mega Meganium ex 272/217 | The Herb Pokémon • Special Illustration Rare featuring Mega Meganium's natural healing power |
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Mega Emboar ex 273/217 | The Mega Fire Pig Pokémon • Special Illustration Rare with blazing strength |
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Mega Feraligatr ex 274/217 | The Big Jaw Pokémon • Special Illustration Rare with crushing water attacks |
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Mega Froslass ex 275/217 | The Snow Land Pokémon • Special Illustration Rare with frozen fury |
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Pikachu ex 276/217 | The Mouse Pokémon • Special Illustration Rare featuring Pikachu's playful energy and electric charm |
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Pikachu ex 277/217 | The Mouse Pokémon • Alternate Special Illustration Rare with unique artistic perspective |
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Mega Eelektross ex 278/217 | The EleFish Pokémon • Special Illustration Rare surging with electric energy |
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Iono's Bellibolt ex 279/217 | Special Illustration Rare featuring Iono with her beloved Bellibolt partner |
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Lillie's Clefairy ex 280/217 | Special Illustration Rare showcasing Lillie and her graceful Clefairy companion |
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Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex 281/217 | Special Illustration Rare featuring the infamous Team Rocket's ultimate creation |
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Mega Diancie ex 282/217 | The Jewel Pokémon • Special Illustration Rare with dazzling diamond power |
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Mega Hawlucha ex 283/217 | The Wrestling Pokémon • Special Illustration Rare with fierce fighting spirit |
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Mega Gengar ex 284/217 | The Shadow Pokémon • Special Illustration Rare with haunting attack power |
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Mega Scrafty ex 285/217 | The Hoodlum Pokémon • Special Illustration Rare with aggressive dark power |
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N's Zoroark ex 286/217 | Special Illustration Rare showcasing N with his mysterious Zoroark partner |
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Marnie's Grimmsnarl ex 287/217 | Special Illustration Rare featuring Marnie with her powerful Grimmsnarl companion |
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Fezandipiti ex 288/217 | The Toxic Chain Pokémon • Special Illustration Rare showcasing this elegant Legendary bird |
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Steven's Metagross ex 289/217 | Special Illustration Rare featuring Steven Stone with his signature Metagross partner |
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Mega Dragonite ex 290/217 | The Dragon Pokémon • Special Illustration Rare with overwhelming aerial assault |
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Canari 291/217 | Special Illustration Rare Trainer card featuring Canari |
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Iris's Fighting Spirit 292/217 | Special Illustration Rare Trainer card capturing Iris's determination and spirit |
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Surfer 293/217 | Special Illustration Rare Trainer card featuring the cool Surfer character |
⚡ The Special Illustration Rare cards in Ascended Heroes celebrate the deep bonds between trainers and their Pokémon partners, featuring some of the most beloved characters from throughout Pokémon history alongside spectacular Mega Evolution artwork.
Mega Hyper Rares
The Mega Hyper Rare cards in Ascended Heroes showcase the ultimate Mega Evolution Pokémon with stunning rainbow or gold foil treatments. These ultra-rare cards are among the most sought-after in the set.
| Card Image | Card Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
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Mega Charizard Y ex 294/217 | Mega Hyper Rare • The Flame Pokémon in its Y form with intense rainbow foil |
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Mega Dragonite ex 295/217 | Mega Hyper Rare • Alternate art Dragon Pokémon with premium rainbow foil |
🌈 Mega Hyper Rare cards feature the signature rainbow foil treatment that makes them instantly recognizable and highly collectible. These are the crown jewels of the Ascended Heroes set.
Mega Attack Rares
Mega Attack Rares are a brand new rarity type introduced in Ascended Heroes, featuring Mega Evolution Pokémon with unique attack-focused artwork and special holographic patterns. These cards represent the pinnacle of Mega Evolution power.
| Card Image | Card Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
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Mega Froslass ex 265/217 | Mega Attack Rare • The Snow Land Pokémon with icy attack power |
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Mega Eelektross ex 266/217 | Mega Attack Rare • The EleFish Pokémon surging with electric energy |
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Mega Diancie ex 267/217 | Mega Attack Rare • The Jewel Pokémon with dazzling diamond power |
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Mega Hawlucha ex 268/217 | Mega Attack Rare • The Wrestling Pokémon with fierce fighting spirit |
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Mega Gengar ex 269/217 | Mega Attack Rare • The Shadow Pokémon with haunting attack power |
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Mega Scrafty ex 270/217 | Mega Attack Rare • The Hoodlum Pokémon with aggressive dark power |
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Mega Dragonite ex 271/217 | Mega Attack Rare • The Dragon Pokémon with overwhelming aerial assault |
💫 New Rarity Alert: Mega Attack Rares! Exclusive to Ascended Heroes, these stunners feature a unique holo finish that radiates the raw power of Mega Evolution. They are already defining the set as instant grails.
Where to Buy
🇺🇸 United States
Ascended Heroes products are available at major US retailers. Due to high demand, products may sell out quickly—especially Elite Trainer Boxes and Premium Poster Collections.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
UK collectors can find Ascended Heroes at official Pokémon retailers and major game stores. Check stock availability as products may be limited.
Also check your local game stores and card shops for availability. Many independent retailers stock Pokémon TCG products.