Pokémon TCG Sees Trainer's Pokémon Return in 2025

The Pokémon Company made a splash at the 2024 World Championships with exciting announcements for the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG). Notably, beloved features from the game's early days are set for a 2025 comeback.

Trainer's Pokémon and Team Rocket Cards: A Nostalgic Return

Official Release Date Still Under Wraps

The return of "Trainer’s Pokémon" cards was a highlight of the announcements. A teaser trailer showcased trainers like Marnie, Lillie, and N, along with their Pokémon—Lillie’s Clefairy ex, Marnie’s Grimmsnarl ex, N’s Zoroark ex, and N’s Reshiram—suggesting a revival of these classic cards known for their unique abilities and character-specific artwork.

The trailer also teased a potential return of Team Rocket, featuring Mewtwo and the iconic Team Rocket symbol. This fueled speculation about a dedicated Team Rocket card set or even the comeback of Dark Pokémon, another popular early-game mechanic closely associated with Team Rocket. Rumors of a Japanese retailer listing and a trademark filing ("The Glory of Team Rocket") by The Pokémon Company further add to the excitement, though official confirmation is still pending.

Paradise Dragona Set Debuts at World Championships

Further TCG news included the unveiling of the first cards from the upcoming Paradise Dragona set. PokeBeach reported showcasing Latias, Latios, Exeggcute, and Alolan Exeggutor ex. This Japanese Dragon-type focused set is expected to release in English as part of the Surging Sparks set in November 2024.

The Pokémon TCG continues its exciting updates. The Kitikami chapter concludes this month with the release of the Shrouded Fable expansion, boasting 99 cards (64 main cards and 35 secret rare cards), as announced on the official Pokémon TCG blog. Fans eagerly await more official details on the 2025 releases.