Pokémon TCG 2025: Trainer's Pokémon and Team Rocket Cards Return!
The Pokémon Company International made a splash at the 2024 Pokémon World Championships, announcing the highly anticipated return of classic Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) mechanics in 2025. Get ready for the comeback of "Trainer's Pokémon" and a possible resurgence of Team Rocket!
No Official Release Date Yet, But the Hype is Real
A teaser trailer showcased beloved trainers like Marnie, Lillie, and N alongside their signature Pokémon, including Lillie's Clefairy ex, Marnie's Grimmsnarl ex, N's Zoroark ex, and N's Reshiram. This nostalgic nod to the early days of the TCG sent ripples of excitement through the community.
The trailer also teased a potential Team Rocket comeback, featuring Mewtwo and the infamous Team Rocket symbol. This fueled speculation about a dedicated Team Rocket set, or even the return of Dark Pokémon—a fan-favorite mechanic from the game's past. Rumors of a Japanese retailer listing and a trademark filing ("The Glory of Team Rocket") further add to the excitement.
Paradise Dragona Set Debuts
Beyond the nostalgic announcements, the World Championships also offered a first look at the Paradise Dragona set. Featuring Latias, Latios, Exeggcute, and Alolan Exeggutor ex, this Japanese subset, focused on Dragon-type Pokémon, is slated for a November 2024 English release as part of the Surging Sparks set.
Shrouded Fable Concludes the Kitikami Chapter
The Pokémon TCG is currently wrapping up its Kitikami chapter with the release of the Shrouded Fable expansion this month, containing 99 cards (64 main cards and 35 secret rare cards), according to the official blog.
The return of Trainer's Pokémon and the potential Team Rocket expansion promise a thrilling 2025 for Pokémon TCG players. Stay tuned for more official details!
