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's 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's 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 standout pulls included N's Reshiram Illustration Rare, Iono's Bellibolt ex Secret Rare, and a Hyper Rare Spiky Energy. Beyond the big hits, I found numerous strong ex cards for my decks. This box was a fantastic experience!

(While I missed Hop's Zacian ex and Lillie's Clefairy ex Special Art Rare, the sheer number of pulls made it worthwhile. See rare pulls below.)

Journey Together Elite Trainer Box

The Elite Trainer Box offers a premium experience. The N's Zorua promo is a highlight, and the box itself is perfect for storage. The included sleeves, dice, and condition markers are excellent. Nine booster packs provided some great pulls, including Iono's Kilowattrel Illustration Rare, Articuno Illustration Rare, and a Veluza ex. (See rare pulls below.)

Journey Together Build & Battle Box

The Build & Battle Box offers a different approach. The pre-built 40-card deck is great for immediate play. My promo was Hop's Snorlax, a strong card whose ability boosts Hop's Pokémon attacks by 30 damage. The four included packs yielded Mamoswine ex and Swinub Illustration Rare, perfectly fitting my deck's theme. (See rare pulls below.)

Our Pokémon TCG: Journey Together Pulls

From 49 booster packs, we pulled 18 rare cards—a mix of expected 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's Pokémon adds a nostalgic and strategic element. Whether you're a collector, a competitive player, or simply a fan of the artwork, this set offers something for everyone. Start planning your chase list now!

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