Team Rocket Returns in 'Pokémon TCG: Destined Rivals'
When it comes to thePokémon 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 overwhelmingThe Pokémon Company'ssignificant supply. Now, one of its most anticipated sets has just released, introducingPokémon TCG: Destined Rivals.
First teased at the Pokémon World Championships last August,Destined Rivalssees 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 Rivalshas just arrived via thePokémon 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'sofficial card gallery.
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