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Pokémon China 30th Starter Illustration Cards Vol.1: Launch Guide

Wondering whether this 30th anniversary box is a true collector pickup or just another promo bundle? The value depends on launch pricing, pull randomness, and display utility.

Official Release Details

The product is listed as a 30th-anniversary release and is scheduled to go on sale at 10:00 on March 20, 2026.

What Comes in the Box

Each box contains three items:

  • 1 random starter special illustration holo card (1 card from 9 equally produced variants).
  • 1 acrylic magnetic card display frame.
  • 1 Brilliant Phantasm booster pack (5 cards).

Starter Regions and Card Concept

The official description says the nine cards focus on starter partners from Kanto, Sinnoh, and Alola. Three matching cards from the same region can be arranged into one panoramic scene.

  • Kanto set: Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle.
  • Sinnoh set: Turtwig, Chimchar, Piplup.
  • Alola set: Rowlet, Litten, Popplio.

Official Notes

  • All images shown are product design mockups; final physical product prevails.
  • The included special illustration cards are legal in the Standard format.

Collector Recap

This release blends display appeal with opening value, especially if starter-themed cards are already part of your collection focus.

PokeVerse will keep tracking stock movement and follow-up product drops so you can time purchases with better confidence.