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Trainers in Canada, get ready to Mega Evolve your collections!
The Pokémon Trading Card Game is blasting back to its roots with Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes, the biggest special expansion of 2026. Inspired by the epic Pokémon Legends: Z-A game, this set revives Mega Evolutions with over 290 cards, including 13 new Mega Pokémon ex (like Mega Dragonite ex), 6 Tera Pokémon ex, 20 Pokémon ex, and a brand-new "Mega Attack Rare" rarity featuring pop-art style attacks in Japanese katakana.
No traditional booster boxes here – it's a staggered product rollout across Q1 2026, perfect for targeted pulls and meta-shaking decks. Whether you're chasing Special Illustration Rares (SIRs) of Mega Gengar ex or building around Trainer's Pokémon like N's Zekrom, this set is a collector's dream and a player's powerhouse.Pre-orders are LIVE at Does Cards in Brampton – shipping Canada-wide with the best prices around!Overall English Release Date
  • Set Launch: January 30, 2026 (cards playable in Pokémon TCG Live app on January 29)
  • Full Product Wave: Staggered from Jan 30 to April 24, 2026
  • Why the Hype? Over 30 special illustration cards, returning fan-favorites with new art, and the largest expansion ever (beating Fusion Strike's 284 cards). Expect prices to skyrocket post-release – we've seen similar sets like Prismatic Evolutions flip for 200% gains.
Full Breakdown: Release Dates & Details for ALL Ascended Heroes ProductsHere's every official product, exact release date, contents, and why it's a must-buy. All prices in CAD (MSRP estimates – Does Cards beats them with bundle deals).1. Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes Collection
  • Release Date: January 30, 2026
  • Price: $22.99 CAD
  • Contents:
    • 2 booster packs from Ascended Heroes
    • 1 foil promo card (featuring Trainer's Pokémon like Erika's Tangela or Larry's Komala)
    • 1 matching metal coin
    • 1 code card for Pokémon TCG Live
  • Why Buy? Perfect entry-level product for quick pulls – great for kids or casual collectors. Chase those early Mega ex hits like Mega Lucario ex.
  • Pre-order at Does Cards: https://doescards.ca/collections/pokemon-card-game/products/ascended-heroes-collection-preorder
2. Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes Tech Sticker Collection 3. Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes Mini Tins
  • Release Date: February 20, 2026
  • Price: $22.99 CAD each (assorted: Pikachu, Togepi, Clefairy designs)
  • Contents:
    • 2 booster packs
    • 1 foil promo card (tin-exclusive art)
    • 4 Pokémon TCG Energy cards
    • 1 code card
    • Collectible mini tin for storage
  • Why Buy? Adorable tins make great stocking stuffers or display pieces. Pull rates favor illustration rares – we've seen these tins yield SIRs worth $50+ already in Japanese previews.
  • Pre-order: https://doescards.ca/collections/pokemon-card-game/products/ascended-heroes-mini-tins-preorder
4. Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes Elite Trainer Box (ETB)
  • Release Date: February 20, 2026
  • Price: $109.99 CAD
  • Contents:
    • 9 booster packs
    • 1 illustration rare-style promo: N's Zekrom
    • 65 card sleeves (Mega Dragonite ex art)
    • 45 Basic Energy cards
    • 11 Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Ascended Heroes booster packs? Wait, no – standard guide, 6 dice, 1 competition-legal coin, 1 condition marker, 1 collector's box with dividers, 1 PTCG Live code card
  • Why Buy? The ETB is the king for players – loaded with accessories and that chase promo. N's Zekrom is meta gold for electric decks. Expect sellouts in hours.
  • Pre-order: https://doescards.ca/collections/pokemon-card-game/products/ascended-heroes-elite-trainer-box-preorder
5. Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes Premium Poster Collection
  • Release Date: March 20, 2026
  • Price: $49.99 CAD (two versions: Mega Lucario ex or Mega Gardevoir ex)
  • Contents:
    • 10 booster packs
    • 1 Mega Attack Rare-style promo (matching the poster)
    • 1 full-size, two-sided metal poster with promo art
    • 1 code card
  • Why Buy? The posters are wall-art worthy, and 10 packs mean serious chase potential for those pop-art Mega Attack Rares. Gardevoir fans, this is your holy grail.
  • Pre-order: https://doescards.ca/collections/pokemon-card-game/products/ascended-heroes-premium-poster-collection
6. Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes Booster Bundle

All Pricing are rough estimates based of market pricing

Top 10 Chase Cards to Hunt in Ascended Heroes
  1. Mega Dragonite ex SIR (dragon-type powerhouse)
  2. Mega Gengar ex Special Illustration Rare
  3. N's Zekrom Promo (ETB exclusive)
  4. Mega Hawlucha ex (new fighting meta staple)
  5. Mega Lucario ex Poster Promo
  6. Mega Gardevoir ex Ultra Rare
  7. Trainer's Pokémon: N's Vanilluxe (ice control)
  8. Stellar Tera Mega Mewtwo Y (psychic bomb)
  9. Pop-Art Mega Attack Rare: Mega Charizard X
  10. Erika's Tangela Promo (grass support)
Where to Pre-Order in Canada (Before the Sellout Madness)Does Cards Brampton is your one-stop shop:
  • Lowest prices on all Ascended Heroes products
  • Free shipping over $250 CAD
  • Local pickup in Brampton
  • 100% authentic Pokémon TCG
→ Start pre-ordering here: https://doescards.ca/collections/pokemon-new-arrivals
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Should You Pre-Order Boxes, ETBs, or Singles?
  • Collectors: Grab ETBs and Poster Collections for promos and art.
  • Players: Mini Tins and Booster Bundles for meta staples like Mega Dragonite ex.
  • Investors: Full wave – these staggered releases mean early products will appreciate 50–100% by summer.
Wait for singles post-release if you're budget-conscious, but Does Cards will have graded chase cards ready fast.Final VerdictMega Evolution—Ascended Heroes is Pokémon TCG's 2026 glow-up: Nostalgic Megas meet Scarlet & Violet innovation in the largest set ever. With rolling releases from Jan 30 to April 24, there's something for every trainer – but act fast, as Legends: Z-A ties mean demand will be insane.Pre-order your Ascended Heroes haul at Does Cards today and ascend your collection to legendary status!Gotta catch 'em all – see you at release! ⚡🃏

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