Get ready to dive into the excitement with the release of Paldean Fates, a new Pokémon set that’s set to captivate fans and collectors alike. This collection is poised to add a special charm to your Pokémon card trove.
Let’s explore and some standout cards that are sure to make Paldean Fates a treasured addition!
Key Products and Launch Dates for Paldean Fates
Marking its presence as a unique set, Paldean Fates offers various ways to get your hands on these cards. The first series of products will be available from today, 26 January 2024.
This includes the Elite Trainer Box and the exclusive Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box, containing 10 and 9 packs respectively. Both boxes feature the full art Safeguard Mimikyu promo card, a strategic choice for Snorlax Stall decks.
An interesting introduction is the “Paldean Fates Tech Sticker Collection,” also launching today. It comprises three packs and a large sticker of Greavard, Fidough, or Maschiff, accompanied by a corresponding Shiny promo card.
The next wave, arriving on 9 February, includes Mini Tins with two packs each, available in five distinct designs.
Simultaneously, the Paldean Fates Tins will be released, each containing four packs (or five in the US) and a Shiny Tera Charizard ex, Great Tusk ex, or Iron Treads ex promo card, exclusive to these tins. The Charizard tin is particularly noteworthy for its combination of packs and a highly competitive card, making it a prized possession for Pokémon enthusiasts.
Also debuting on 9 February are the Paldean Fates Premium Collections, each showcasing one of the Gen 9 starter Pokémon: Meowscarada ex, Skeledirge ex, and Quaquaval ex. These collections offer eight packs and three exclusive Shiny promo cards for each Pokémon’s evolutionary stages.
Wrapping up the series is the Paldean Fates Booster Bundle, scheduled for release on 23 February, containing six booster packs.
Highlighted Cards in Paldean Fates:
Anticipation is high for Paldean Fates, expected to include reprints from the Scarlet & Violet Series with new Shiny Pokémon artwork, inspired by the Japanese “Shiny Treasure ex” set.
Here’s a sneak peek at some notable cards:
Shiny Reprints:
Shiny Spiritomb: A key card in the current metagame, known for restricting the Abilities of Basic Pokémon
Luxray: Currently not a mainstream choice, but its Swelling Flash Ability and a robust 180-damage attack hint at future prominence.
Brand New Cards:
Atticus: A revolutionary card offering a full hand refresh when the opponent’s Active Pokémon is Poisoned.
Technical Machine: Crisis Shot: Introduces the Crisis Shot attack, inflicting 280 damage when the opponent has only one Prize card left.
Sought-After Chase Cards:
Expect Special Illustration Rare and Full Art cards of popular characters like Nemona and Iono to be in high demand. Anticipated Special Illustration Rare Pokémon cards including Mew ex, Gardevoir ex, and Charizard ex, are sure to be coveted among collectors.
As Paldean Fates rolls out, gear up for a Pokémon adventure teeming with must-have products and highly desirable cards!