Team Rocket Returns in ‘Pokémon TCG: Destined Rivals’

Summary

Pokémon TCG is back with another expansion, Destined Rivals
The new set just launched and prominently features Team Rocket throughout
42 special illustration cards are included and notably see characters paired with their partner Pokémon

When it comes to the Pokémon TCG, there is no shortage of excitement surrounding its new product launches. All of its recent expansions have been embraced by fans, with record-high demand overwhelming The Pokémon Company’s significant supply. Now, one of its most anticipated sets has just released, introducing Pokémon TCG: Destined Rivals.

First teased at the Pokémon World Championships last August, Destined Rivals sees the return of fan favorite villain faction, Team Rocket. The group of troublemakers joins other beloved characters with a whopping 42 new special illustration cards featured in the expansion. Partner cards serve as the highlight of this set, with notables pairing Ethan with Ho-Oh and Cynthia with Garchomp. As for Team Rocket, familiar faces in Archer and Ariana are accompanied by Giovanni, who is joined by Meowth in one instance and Mewtwo for the card that is most sought-after by collectors.

Pokémon TCG: Destined Rivals has just arrived via the Pokémon Center, select retailers, and local card shops with packs available via individual packs, thematic boxes, and bundles. For a complete breakdown of every card included in the new set, be sure to check out the collection’s official card gallery.