Pokémon TCG: Destined Rivals Cards Are So Good, They'll Probably Suffer The Same Fate As Prismatic Evolutions

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Early showcases of the set for the have started, and their good reviews may mean bad news. The continues to dominate the trading card platform, arguably claiming the throne. Even with mainstays like and, or even rising stars like, the TCG based on the beloved creature-catching franchise seems to remain popular on numerous fronts. It also helps that the franchise has many media avenues that help generate ideas and new products.

The started 2025 off amazingly well with the set. This set, largely based around the beloved Eeveelutions, quickly sold out and needed immediate reprints. It is understandable why, given how amazing the TCG's art has continued to be, and the main features of this set. However, this also came with massive issues of scalping that has made collecting for less hardcore fans difficult, and this unfortunate trend may continue with .

Early showcases for show the set will largely be based around the franchise's most popular trainers, along with the original villain organization, Team Rocket. The former alone is huge news, as the TCG returns to its roots with arguably the fan-favorite evil team. This may also feel like fresh breath for older fans who have grown tired of the more lackluster bad guys the recent generations have introduced.

Trainer-wise, cards from the Japanese «set of the decade» seem to be part of. So far, Cynthia, Steven, and Marnie have all been showcased in Full Art cards. These three alone are some of the most recognizable and popular trainers in the franchise. Given the title of the set, it would make sense that even more big names are added to the collection. Given the franchise is closing in on Generation 10, which still has a chance to release this year, this set could be a monument to how far has come.

While the rest of the cards are unknown, the booster pack art gives some insight into what to expect,includingthe likely appearance of Team Rocket Executives like Ariana, Archer, Petrel and Proton. Regardless of who does or