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Pokémon TCG Unveils “Mega Evolution—Pitch Black” Expansion Set for 2026!

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Prepare to Go Pitch Black: New Pokémon TCG Expansion Announced

Hold onto your Poké Balls, trainers! Just when you thought the Pokémon Trading Card Game couldn’t get more electrifying, The Pokémon Company drops a bombshell: the “Mega Evolution—Pitch Black” expansion will be hitting store shelves worldwide on July 17, 2026. Mark your calendars, because this set promises to add some serious darkness to your deck.

Megas Are Back, Baby!

If you’ve been longing for the good old days of Mega Evolutions, rejoice! The “Mega Evolution—Pitch Black” expansion is bringing back those beloved beasts first seen in the Pokémon Legends: Z-A Mega Dimension DLC. This time, they’re coming at you in card form, with a lineup that includes Mega Darkrai ex, Mega Zeraora ex, Mega Chandelure ex, and Mega Excadrill ex.

Mega Darkrai ex

What’s in the Pack?

Aside from drool-worthy Mega ex cards, this expansion is packed tighter than a Snorlax in a Mini Cooper. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Six Mega evolution Pokémon ex
  • 11 illustration rare Pokémon
  • 18 ultra rare Pokémon and trainer cards
  • Six special illustration rare Pokémon and supporter cards

The goodies won’t just be confined to physical packs. You’ll also find them on Pokémon TCG Live a day earlier, on July 16. Talk about getting a head start on your rivals!

Abyss Eye Vibes? We Think So!

For those in the know—or those who just like to speculate wildly—this new expansion seems like it might be channeling the mysterious Abyss Eye set from Japan. This means we could potentially see cards featuring Slowpoke, Slowbro, Drilbur, Inkay, Malamar, Nickit, Thievul, Zarude, Chi-Yu, along with some intriguing trainer and energy cards like Dark Bell and Shadow Energy.

Get Ready to Catch ‘Em All Again

If you’re planning to take your collection to the next level or just want to bask in the nostalgic glow of Mega Evolutions once again, “Mega Evolution—Pitch Black” is shaping up to be a must-have. Whether you’re shredding booster packs or tackling elite trainer boxes, rest assured that come July 17th, your decks will never look so sinister—or so awesome.

Tune into SapoBledor for more updates as we inch closer to release day. Until then: train hard and stay dark.