Pokémon Trainer Cards Make Epic Return in 2025

Pokémon TCG Sees Trainer's Pokémon Return in 2025 The Pokémon Company International made a significant announcement at the 2024 Pokémon World Championships: the return of beloved features from the original Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) in 2025.

Nostalgia Strikes: Trainer's Pokémon and Team Rocket Cards Return to the TCG

Official Release Date Pending

The highly anticipated comeback of "Trainer's Pokémon" cards was confirmed, alongside a teaser trailer showcasing trainers like Marnie, Lillie, and N, and hinting at the possible return of Team Rocket.

Classic Trainer's Pokémon cards, featuring Pokémon belonging to specific trainers, were a defining characteristic of the early TCG. These cards often boasted unique abilities and distinctive artwork. The trailer previewed Lillie’s Clefairy ex, Marnie’s Grimmsnarl ex, N’s Zoroark ex, and N’s Reshiram.

The teaser also included a glimpse of Mewtwo alongside the Team Rocket logo, sparking speculation about a new Team Rocket-themed set or the potential return of Dark Pokémon, another popular early mechanic associated with Team Rocket and its more aggressive Pokémon variants. Rumors of a Japanese retailer listing and a trademark filing by The Pokémon Company, titled "The Glory of Team Rocket," further fuel this anticipation.

Paradise Dragona Set Debuts at World Championships

Pokémon TCG Sees Trainer's Pokémon Return in 2025 Further exciting news from the World Championships: the unveiling of initial cards from the upcoming Paradise Dragona set. PokeBeach reported showcasing Latias, Latios, Exeggcute, and Alolan Exeggutor ex. This Japanese Dragon-type focused subset is slated for an English release as part of the Surging Sparks set in November 2024.

The Pokémon TCG continues its exciting updates, with the Kitikami chapter culminating in the release of the Shrouded Fable expansion this month, containing 99 cards (64 main and 35 secret rare). While specific dates for the Trainer's Pokémon and Team Rocket cards remain unannounced, the excitement surrounding these nostalgic returns is undeniable.