The Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) is gearing up for an exciting new addition to the series with its upcoming set titled Journey Together. This set stands out with the anticipated revival of the Owner’s Pokémon mechanic—now rebranded as Trainer’s Pokémon—showcasing cards associated with beloved trainers throughout the franchise. As the ninth release within the Scarlet & Violet series, Journey Together brings iconic Pokémon from the vibrant Paldea region to the forefront.
With the resurrection of Trainer’s Pokémon cards, this latest set celebrates the deep connections formed between trainers and their Pokémon companions. This offers players unique strategies and fresh opportunities for deck construction. Journey Together will comprise over 180 distinctive cards, including more than 40 Trainer’s Pokémon. Longtime enthusiasts will find innovative ways to incorporate these cards into their current decks, while newcomers will be eager to dive into the competitive Pokémon TCG scene by creating their first deck using these exciting new elements.
Release Date for Journey Together
March 28, 2025
The eagerly awaited Journey Together is set to officially launch on March 28, 2025, allowing players to enhance their decks and strategies upon the release of the Elite Trainer Box and booster packs. Players in Japan will gain early access to the set on January 24, igniting global excitement in the Pokémon TCG community.
Products & Preorder Details
Preorders Currently Sold Out
Various products will accompany the Journey Together release, including the Elite Trainer Box featuring N’s Zorua. Preorders for this exclusive Pokémon Center edition, which includes a stamped copy of N’s Zorua card, have already sold out.
Fans can also look forward to the Enchanted Booster Boxes, which will include returning box toppers and highly sought-after Trainer’s Pokémon. Notably, recipients of a booster box will receive N’s Reshiram promo card, embellished with a special Journey Together stamp. The concept of Trainer’s Pokémon reemerges from the early 2000s with sets such as Gym Heroes and Gym Challenge, where Misty’s Magikarp was originally featured.
Clearly, the introduction of Trainer’s Pokémon enhances the strategic possibilities within the TCG landscape. These cards are designed to synergize with Trainer cards, continuing a trend likely to flourish with Journey Together. The diversity of products will undoubtedly entice collectors and gamers alike, helping players expand their collections and strive toward completing their decks.
In summary, Journey Together will include over 180 cards categorized as follows:
- Four Trainer’s Pokémon ex
- 40+ Trainer’s Pokémon
- 16 Pokémon ex
- 11 rare Pokémon illustrations
- Six rare Pokémon special edition illustrations
- Three hyper rare gold etched cards
- More than 30 Pokémon and Trainer cards featuring special illustrations
The Booster Bundles will contain six booster packs at a price of $26.94. Elite Trainer Boxes will retail for approximately $54.99 and will include additional accessories such as dice and counters. Individual booster packs, containing ten cards, will be available for $4.49.
| Item | Price | Contents |
|---|---|---|
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Elite Trainer Box |
$54.99 |
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Booster Bundle |
$26.94 |
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Booster Pack |
$4.49 |
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Build & Battle Box |
$21.99 |
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This new set also introduces a groundbreaking development for Latin American fans: the first-ever printing of the set in Latin American Spanish. Characters and card names will be tailored for accessibility, enhancing engagement among players in that region.
Although preorders for the Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet – Journey Together Elite Trainer Box are sold out at the official Pokémon Center website, interested collectors should look forward to the standard shipping options available post-release, which typically span three to six business days. A pre-release window is also set between March 15 and 23.
New Card Highlights
Exciting New Additions Including Trainer’s Pokémon
The Journey Together set is packed with innovative new cards such as Blaziken ex, Mimikyu ex, Reshiram, Zoroark, and Lillie’s Clefairy ex, drawing inspiration from the forthcoming Battle Partners and ex Starter Deck Generations. Exciting additions also include Trainer’s Pokémon like Iono’s Bellibolt ex and Hop’s Zacian ex.
For instance, Lillie’s Clefairy ex boasts 190 HP and significant damage potential, although knocking it out grants two prize cards to opponents. However, its ability, Fairy Zone, multiplies the opponent’s weakness in multi-player games, while Full Moon Rondo inflicts additional damage based on the number of Benched Pokémon.
N’s Zoroark ex card offers strategic depth with its Trade ability, which enables players to draw two cards by discarding one, facilitating easier access to key resources. This card allows players to replicate attacks of benched N’s Pokémon, making it a versatile addition to any deck.
As 2025 unfolds, Pokémon TCG enthusiasts can anticipate further releases beyond Journey Together. The upcoming Scarlet & Violet 10 set in May is expected to feature iconic cards like Steven’s Metagross ex and Marnie’s Grimmsnarl ex, while a Japan-exclusive Black Bolt and White Flare set set to debut in June will highlight all 156 Unova Pokémon.
Clearly, the year ahead promises to be exhilarating for Pokémon TCG fans, with Journey Together kicking off an exciting journey filled with new Trainer’s Pokémon and myriad captivating cards to collect.
Source: Pokémon Center
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