Mega Charizard ex and Mega Attack Rare Cards Revealed at Pokémon Worlds 2025

Stew @ PokéPortal
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Mega Charizard ex and Mega Attack Rare Cards Revealed at Pokémon Worlds 2025!

The Pokémon TCG delivered a huge surprise during the closing ceremony of the 2025 Pokémon World Championships — the reveal of Mega Charizard ex, Mega Dragonite ex, and Oricorio ex. These cards will feature in upcoming English expansions, but The Pokémon Company has intentionally kept details vague to build anticipation.

Mega Attack Rare Cards – A New Rarity for 2025

The most exciting addition is the introduction of “Mega Attack Rares” (MA Rares), a brand-new rarity exclusive to Mega Pokémon.

MA Rares display the Pokémon’s attack name boldly across the artwork, paying homage to the original Mega Pokémon style.
English cards will feature Japanese attack names, while Japanese cards will use English attack names — a unique twist designed to appeal to collectors worldwide.
This new rarity is expected to become a chase card for collectors in the UK and beyond.

Mega Charizard ex in Phantasmal Flames – UK Release November 2025

The star reveal, Mega Charizard ex, will debut in Japan’s Inferno X set on September 26, 2025. For English-speaking players, the card will appear in the Pokémon TCG: Phantasmal Flames set, releasing in November 2025 in the UK and worldwide.

Phantasmal Flames will also include Mega Gengar ex and Mega Diancie ex, making it one of the most anticipated Pokémon TCG UK releases of 2025.

Mega Dragonite ex and Oricorio ex Release Details

Mega Dragonite ex will launch in Japan’s Mega Dream ex expansion in November 2025, with an English release expected shortly after.
Oricorio ex has been confirmed but does not yet have a scheduled expansion in English.

Pokémon TCG Release Calendar – Japan vs UK (2025)

For collectors looking to plan ahead, here’s a breakdown of known Pokémon TCG Mega card release dates:

September 26, 2025 (Japan) – Inferno X (Mega Charizard ex debut)
November 2025 (UK/English) – Phantasmal Flames (Mega Charizard ex, Mega Gengar ex, Mega Diancie ex)
November 2025 (Japan) – Mega Dream ex (Mega Dragonite ex debut)
TBC 2026 (English) – Mega Dragonite ex, Oricorio ex (exact sets not confirmed)

Why UK Collectors Should Be Excited

The return of Mega Pokémon in the Pokémon TCG has reignited hype in both the competitive and collector community. The new Mega Attack Rare cards combine nostalgia with striking new designs, ensuring they will be among the most sought-after cards of the year.

Final Thoughts

With Mega Charizard ex headlining Phantasmal Flames this November in the UK, and Mega Attack Rares marking the return of Mega Evolution to the TCG, 2025 is shaping up to be an unforgettable year for fans. If you’re a UK trainer, make sure to keep an eye on local retailers for preorders, as demand for these sets will be sky-high.