With Sword & Shield officially concluded, the Scarlet & Violet era of the Pokémon TCG kicked off in March 2023 with a focus on the ninth generation of Pokémon games and the new region: Paldea. It all began with the Scarlet & Violet base set, which introduced major, lasting changes to the hobby.
Now, the borders of the cards have become silver, matching the Japanese releases. Another major change is that now, each pack culminates in at least a holo-rare and two reverse holos. The major mechanic of this era is the lowercase ex, which features a double holographic pattern of a horizontal shine and a starry sparkle. Full Art exs now use a green, foil outline around the Pokémon.
Credit: Pokémon TCG Unlike the highly sought-after and adorable Tyranitar Alt Art from Sword & Shield – Battle Styles, this new Illustration Rare depicts Tyranitar in all of its epic and powerful glory. Artist Nurikabe depicts a flock of Staravia flying behind this Johto badass. Nurikabe made their debut in the hobby with 2022's Sword & Shield – Brilliant Stars.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
The Cards Of Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Part 49: Paldean VariantsWith Sword & Shield officially concluded, the Scarlet & Violet era of the Pokémon TCG kicked off in March 2023 with a focus on the ninth generation of Pokémon games and the new region: Paldea. It all began with the Scarlet & Violet base set, which introduced major, lasting changes to the hobby.
Read more »
Cards Of Pokémon TCG: Paldea Evolved Part 50: Sudowood & NacliWith Sword & Shield officially concluded, the Scarlet & Violet era of the Pokémon TCG kicked off in March 2023 with a focus on the ninth generation of Pokémon games and the new region: Paldea. It all began with the Scarlet & Violet base set, which introduced major, lasting changes to the hobby.
Read more »
Pokémon TCG Japan's Future Flash: Iron Jugulis IllustrationPokémon TCG Japan has begun teasing the October 2023 Scarlet & Violet-era sister sets. These two sets are the Roaring Moon-themed Ancient Roar and the Iron Valiant-themed Future Flash. Both sets hit shelves on October 27th, just one month after the Tera Garchomp-themed Raging Surf, which is also currently being teased.
Read more »
Pokemon TCG Paradox Rift Review - Past, Present & Future DelightsThe Pokemon TCG takes a trip through time with the Paradox Rift expansion, welcoming Ancient and Future card types to the meta.
Read more »
Pokémon TCG Japan's Future Flash: Iron Bundle IllustrationPokémon TCG Japan has begun teasing the October 2023 Scarlet & Violet-era sister sets. These two sets are the Roaring Moon-themed Ancient Roar and the Iron Valiant-themed Future Flash. Both sets hit shelves on October 27th, just one month after the Tera Garchomp-themed Raging Surf, which is also currently being teased.
Read more »
Rutgers-Indiana film review: Scarlet Knights run their way back to relevancyReviewing the tape from Rutgers football's win over Indiana.
Read more »