ThePokémon Trading Card Game, better known asPokémon TCG, is set to release another new set of cards withJourney Together. One exciting feature that the latestPokémon TCGset brings is the return of the Owner’s Pokémon mechanic, featuring cards tied to iconic trainers from the series. This set marks the ninthTCGset in theScarlet & Violetseries, featuring popular Pokémon from the Paldea region.
With the reintroduction of the Owner’s Pokémon cards, now called Trainer’s Pokémon,Journey Togethercelebrates the bonds between trainers and their beloved Pokémon. These cards will provide players with new strategies and opportunities for deck-building. The newScarlet & Violetset will include over 180 cards, which includes over 40 Trainer’s Pokémon. Longtime fans can find ways to integrate these cards into their existing decks, while newcomers may be thrilled to break into the competitivePokémon TCGby using these cards to build their first-ever deck.
When Pokémon TCG’s New Set Journey Together Releases
July 02, 2025
The latestScarlet & Violetset, which happens to be the ninth in the series, is still a few months away. Players looking to add moreScarlet & Violetgoodness to their decks must wait untilJourney Together’s official release on March 28, when the Elite Trainer Box and booster packs will be released.
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In Japan, the set will be released on January 24. Of course, this release happening a few months before the U.S. release is to be expected. Players in Japan will get to see the new cards first, which will build excitement for the globalPokémon TCGcommunity. The early release in Japan also allows international players to check out the artwork and features before the set releases globally.
Journey Together Products & Preorder Info
Preorders For Journey Together Are Already Sold Out
The newestPokémon TCGset will be released with a few different products. The Elite Trainer Box will depict N’s Zorua, affectionately posing together. Ordering the Pokémon Center version will afford players a stamped copy of the N’s Zorua’s card.
The booster boxes have been renamed Enchanted Booster Box. Another name change is Owner’s Pokémon, now called Trainer’s Pokémon. Aside from Trainer’s Pokémon making a comeback, box toppers are also returning.Purchasers of the booster box will receive N’s Reshiram promo, featuring aJourney Togetherstamp.
Trainer’s Pokémon cards originated in the 2000s with theGym HeroesandGym Challengesets. Misty’s Magikarp and Misty’s Gyarados were some of the first Owner’s cards.
Bringing Trainer’s Pokémon back into the mix also brings new strategic depth intoTCG.These cards have always featured interesting gameplayworking alongside Trainer cards, a trend that is likely to continue withJourney Together. With box toppers returning, that gives players even more of an incentive to purchase booster boxes, especially for those who want to “catch ‘em all.”
Journey Togetherincludes over 180 cards, divided between:
Journey TogetherBooster Bundles will include six booster packs, each featuring 10 cards. The price for Booster Bundles is $26.94. Prices of the Elite Trainer Booster Boxes will remain the same, around the $54.99 mark, but will include dice, counters, and additional card packs. Individual booster packs with 10 cards will cost $4.49.
As a rundown, here are the products and what you can expect from each one:
$54.99
$26.94
$4.49
$21.99
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Besides theamazing variety of cards inJourney Together, the set brings something new for Latin American fans. For the first time,the set will be printed in Latin American Spanish, with set names, attack names, and Pokédex entries personalized and accessible for Latin American players.
Preorders forPokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet - Journey TogetherPokémon CenterElite Trainer Boxcan be ordered from the officialPokémon Centerwebsite. There’s a purchase limit of two per person. However,it seems that preorders are currently sold out for this one. Once released, standard shipping delivery time varies between three and six business days. However, there’s also a pre-release window between March 15 and 23.
New Cards Revealed For Journey Together
New Cards, Including Trainer’s Pokémon, Expected For Journey Together
Journey Togetherbrings tons of exciting new cards into thePokémonTCGmix. The set draws inspiration from theupcomingBattle Partnersandex Starter Deck Generations. New cards for the English version include the likes of Blaziken ex, Mimikyu ex, Reshiram, Zoroark, and Lillie’s Clefairy ex. Otherconfirmed Trainer’s PokémonincludeIono’s Bellibolt ex and Hop’s Zacian ex.
Each of these cards brings something exciting to the fold. Lillie’s Clefairy ex, for example,has 190 HP and high damage potential. As a general ex rule, once this Pokémon is knocked out, opponents will be granted two prize cards. However, the advantages outweigh the disadvantages because Lillie’s Clefairy ex has the ability Fairy Zone, which doubles the opponent’s weakness in multiplayer. This card also has Full Moon Rondo, a passive that does 20 more damage for each Benched Pokémon.
N’s Zoroark ex card is another fantastic card players will want to use for its draw power and tactical flexibility. With its Trade ability,players may draw two cards in exchange for discarding one, cycling through useless cards for the chance to access key resources. N’s Zoroark also allows players to choose one benched N’s Pokémon’s attacks and use it.
PokémonTCGplayers have a lot to look forward to in 2025. Beyond theJourney Togetherset,TCGis also looking at future releases.Scarlet & Violet10 is expected in May and will likely feature cards fromSteven’s Metagross exandMarnie’s Grimmsnarl ex. Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex is also likely to appear in theScarlet & Violet10 release. Then, in June, all 156 Unova Pokémon will be featured in aBlack Bolt and White Flareset, exclusive right now to Japan.
These future releases will continue to build from the momentum ofJourney Together, with new Trainer’s Pokémon and plenty of exciting cards to look forward to throughout 2025.Journey Togetheris just the beginning of a thrilling year forPokémon TCGfans.
Source:Pokémon Center
Pokemon Trading Card Game
The Pokémon Trading Card Game is a strategic card game where players build decks of Pokémon, Trainer, and Energy cards. Players take turns using attacks, abilities, and strategies to knock out their opponent’s Pokémon, aiming to collect Prize cards. The first to collect all their Prize cards wins.
