The newest set coming to the Pokemon Trading Card Game has been hit with a significant delay, with some major Ascended Heroes products pushed back by several weeks. The beloved TCG based on the long-running monster-catching franchise already has some big plans underway to kick off the franchise's 30th anniversary. The Pokemon TCG has multiple set releases planned for early 2026, with the company gearing up to launch Ascended Heroes, while Perfect Order is scheduled to launch in late March. Ascended Heroes, in particular, looks to be a notable expansion to start the year for the Pokemon TCG.
The upcoming Ascended Heroes is set to be not only a celebration of the past year of Pokemon, but an exciting look into the TCG's future. The expansion will feature many popular returning mechanics from sets released in 2025, including new Stellar Tera Pokemon, Owner's Pokemon, and a plethora of Mega Pokemon. Ascended Heroes is also introducing multiple characters who made their debut in Pokemon Legends Z-A, with popular trainers like Corbeau and Canari making their first appearance in the Pokemon TCG. However, fans have now received some disappointing news about the English release of Ascended Heroes.
