31 March 2023, London, UK—The latest expansion for the best-selling Pokémon Trading Card Game, Scarlet & Violet, which takes inspiration from the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet video games, is available starting today in booster packs, Elite Trainer Boxes, and special collections at participating retailers around the world, including Pokémon Center in the US, Canada, and the UK.
Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet adopts an updated take on Pokémon ex, a gameplay mechanic featuring Pokémon with high HP as well as powerful attacks and Abilities, and introduces Tera Pokémon ex to the Pokémon TCG. Noteworthy cards in the expansion include:
- 12 double rare Pokémon ex, including two Tera Pokémon ex featuring Arcanine and Gyarados
- 12 ultra rare Pokémon ex and eight ultra rare Supporter cards
- 24 illustration rare Pokémon
- 10 special illustration rare Pokémon and Supporter cards
- Six hyper rare gold etched cards, which can include Pokémon ex, Trainer, and Energy cards
To celebrate the launch of the Scarlet & Violet expansion, from 31 March 2023 until 8 June 2023, subject to availability and while stocks last, Trainers in the United Kingdom and Ireland will have the opportunity to obtain a Lechonk promo card at participating retailers, subject to minimum purchase. For more information on where and how to obtain Lechonk promo card, and to find out if your local retailer is participating in the offer, see pokemon.co.uk.
For additional information about the Pokémon TCG, visit Pokemon.com/TCG