Pokémon TCG Sees Trainer's Pokémon Return in 2025

Pokémon TCG Brings Back Beloved Trainer's Pokémon in 2025!

The Pokémon Company International made a splash at the 2024 Pokémon World Championships, announcing the highly anticipated return of "Trainer's Pokémon" cards to the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) in 2025. A teaser trailer showcased beloved trainers like Marnie, Lillie, and N, alongside their signature Pokémon, hinting at a nostalgic revival for longtime fans.

The trailer featured Lillie’s Clefairy ex, Marnie’s Grimmsnarl ex, N’s Zoroark ex, and N’s Reshiram, giving us a glimpse of what's to come. These cards, a hallmark of the early TCG, uniquely represent Pokémon owned by specific trainers, boasting distinct abilities and artwork.

Further fueling excitement, the teaser subtly teased the potential return of Team Rocket, showcasing Mewtwo alongside their iconic symbol. This has sparked speculation about a dedicated Team Rocket set, or even the comeback of Dark Pokémon—another popular early-game mechanic associated with Team Rocket and their darker, more powerful Pokémon variants. Rumors of a Japanese retailer listing and a trademark filing by The Pokémon Company, titled "The Glory of Team Rocket," add weight to these exciting possibilities.

Paradise Dragona Set Debuts

Beyond the Trainer's Pokémon news, the World Championships also unveiled the first cards from the upcoming Paradise Dragona set. PokeBeach reported showcasing Latias, Latios, Exeggcute, and Alolan Exeggutor ex. This Japanese subset, focused on Dragon-type Pokémon, will reportedly be released in English as part of the Surging Sparks set in November 2024.

The Pokémon TCG is currently concluding its Kitikami chapter with the release of Shrouded Fable this month, containing 99 cards (64 main cards and 35 secret rares). With these announcements, the future of the Pokémon TCG looks brighter than ever!