Preview: Pokémon TCG Journey Together - A Return to Form for Fans of Trainer's Pokémon

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet — Journey Together arrives March 28, 2025, reviving a beloved mechanic absent since 2004: Trainer Pokémon! This exciting set, reminiscent of classics like EX Team Magma vs. Team Aqua, features four iconic Trainers—N, Iono, Lillie, and Hop—each with powerful Pokémon ex reflecting their bonds. Get ready to build decks centered around N's Zoroark ex, Lillie's Clefairy ex, or Iono's Bellibolt ex!

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This set boasts over 180 cards, including 40+ Trainer Pokémon, 16 Pokémon ex, 11 Illustration Rares, six Special Illustration Rares, three Hyper Rare gold cards, and returning Box Toppers (Enhanced Booster Display Boxes feature a stamped N’s Reshiram Illustration Rare).

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My Journey Together Product Openings

Journey Together Standard Booster Box

Opening a 36-pack Booster Box is exhilarating! My highlights included N’s Reshiram Illustration Rare, Iono’s Bellibolt ex Secret Rare, and a Hyper Rare Spiky Energy. Even beyond the big pulls, I found many excellent ex cards for my decks. This box was a fantastic experience!

Journey Together Elite Trainer Box

The Elite Trainer Box offers a premium feel. The N’s Zorua promo was a standout, and the box itself is perfect for storage. The included sleeves, dice, and condition markers are valuable additions. While the nine booster packs yielded fewer rare pulls than a Booster Box, the Iono’s Kilowattrel Illustration Rare, Articuno Illustration Rare, and Veluza ex made it worthwhile. It's a great balance of pack-opening fun and extras.

Journey Together Build & Battle Box

The Build & Battle Box provides a different experience. The pre-built 40-card deck allows immediate gameplay. My promo was Hop’s Snorlax, a fantastic card boosting Hop’s Pokémon attacks. The four included packs yielded Mamoswine ex and Swinub Illustration Rare, perfectly complementing the deck’s theme. It's ideal for quick access to the new set.

My Pokémon TCG: Journey Together Pulls

From 49 packs, I pulled 18 rare cards, a mix of anticipated and surprising finds. Here are the highlights:

Hop’s Snorlax (Promo 184)

N’s Zorua (Promo 189)

Spiky Energy Hyper Rare (190/159)

Iono’s Bellibolt ex-Secret Rare (172/159)

Iris’s Fighting Spirit Full Art (180/159)

Iono’s Kilowattrel Illustration Rare (163/159)

N’s Reshiram Illustration Rare (167/159)

Articuno Illustration Rare (161/159)

Swinub Illustration Rare (165/159)

Salamence ex Secret Rare (177/159)

Hop’s Zacian ex (111/159)

Alcremie ex (075/159)

Mimikyu ex (069/159)

Veluza ex (043/159)

Lillie’s Clefairy ex (056/159)

Volcanion ex (031/159)

Mamoswine ex (079/159)

Salamence ex (114/159)

Should You Buy Pokémon TCG: Journey Together?

Journey Together is a must-have for Pokémon TCG enthusiasts. The return of Trainer Pokémon adds a nostalgic and strategic element. Whether you’re a collector, a competitive player, or a fan of the artwork, this set delivers. Start planning your chase list now – N’s Reshiram, Iono’s Bellibolt ex, and the Hyper Rare Spiky Energy are just a few of the amazing cards waiting to be discovered!

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