
Get ready for the Pokémon TCG Pocket Mythical Island pack, dropping December 17th! This highly anticipated booster pack promises to shake up the meta with over 80 new cards.
Mythical Island Release Date and Time:
The Mythical Island pack arrives on December 17th at 1:00 AM Eastern Time, coinciding with the game's daily reset. The Genetic Apex set will also be released concurrently. It's currently unclear if Pack Points can be used for Mythical Island purchases.
Key Cards to Watch:
Mythical Island introduces exciting new cards, including a powerful Mew Ex. While a basic Mew exists, Mew Ex is expected to be a game-changer. Here's a sneak peek at some notable additions:
| Card | Description |
|---|---|
| Mew Ex (Psychic) | 130 HP Psyshot (1 Psychic Energy): 20 damage. Genome Hacking (3 Colorless Energy): Choose 1 of your opponent’s Active Pokemon’s attacks and use it as this attack. |
| Aerodactyl Ex (Fighting) | 140 HP Primeval Law (Ability): Your opponent can’t play any Pokemon from their hand to evolve their Active Pokemon. Land Crush (1 Fighting, 1 Colorless Energy): 80 damage. |
| Marshadow (Fighting) | 80 HP Revenge (1 Fighting, 1 Colorless Energy): If any of your Pokemon were Knocked Out by damage from an attack during your opponent’s last turn, this attack does 60 more damage. 40+ damage. |
| Blue (Trainer) | During your opponent’s next turn, all of your Pokemon take -10 damage from attacks from your opponent’s Pokemon. |
| Leaf (Trainer) | During this turn, the Retreat Cost of your Active Pokemon is 2 less. |
These cards alone hint at significant meta shifts and the potential for exciting new deck strategies. Stay tuned to The Escapist for more Pokémon TCG Pocket news and strategy guides.