The Glory of Team Rocket Set Officially Revealed – Featuring Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex!
- Stew @ PokéPortal
- Mar 21
- 3 min read
The highly anticipated Scarlet & Violet – The Glory of Team Rocket set has been officially revealed, bringing Team Rocket back into the spotlight!
Scheduled for release in Japan on April 18, 2025, this expansion will reintroduce Team Rocket’s signature Pokémon under the “Team Rocket’s ____” naming convention, each featuring different Trainer icons such as Giovanni, Proton, and Ariana. The set will contain 98 cards in its main set, with additional secret rare cards pushing the total to approximately 130.
Set Details & Release Information
- Japanese Release Date: April 18, 2025
- English Release (Destined Rivals): May 30, 2025
- Booster Box Contents: 30 packs per box
- Booster Box Price RRP: 5400 yen
Confirmed Cards in The Glory of Team Rocket Set
The following Pokémon and Trainer cards have been revealed, showcasing a mix of classic mechanics and new strategies:
Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex
(Psychic, HP 280)
Ability – Power Saver: This Pokémon can’t attack unless you have 4 or more Team Rocket’s Pokémon in play.
[P][P][C] Deletion Sphere (160+): Discard up to 2 Energy from your Benched Pokémon; this attack does 60 more damage for each discarded Energy.
Team Rocket’s Persian ex
(Colorless, HP 260)
[C][C] Haughty Orders: Your opponent reveals the top 10 cards of their deck. You may choose an attack from a Pokémon you find there and use it as this attack.
[C][C][C] Cruel Slash (140): Your opponent’s Active Pokémon is now Confused.
Team Rocket’s Meowth
(Colorless, HP 70)
[C] Kitty Yoink: Choose a random card from your opponent’s hand. They reveal it and shuffle it into their deck.
[C][C] Fury Swipes (20x): Flip 3 coins; this attack does 20 damage for each heads.
Team Rocket’s Spidops
(Grass, HP 130)
Ability – Charge Up: Once during your turn, you may attach a Basic Energy from your discard pile to this Pokémon.
[G][C] Rocket Rush (30x): This attack does 30 damage for each of your Team Rocket’s Pokémon in play.
Team Rocket’s Porygon-Z
(Colorless, HP 140)
Ability – Reconstitute: You must discard 2 cards from your hand to use this Ability. Once per turn, you may draw a card.
[C][C] Control R (20x): This attack does 20 damage for each Supporter in your discard pile with “Team Rocket” in its name.
Team Rocket’s Giovanni (Supporter)
Switch your Active Team Rocket’s Pokémon with one of your Benched Team Rocket’s Pokémon. Then, switch your opponent’s Active Pokémon with one of their Benched Pokémon.
A Look Back at Team Rocket’s Legacy
The return of Team Rocket-themed cards brings back fond memories for Pokémon TCG fans. The original Team Rocket set (2000) introduced Dark Pokémon, which had lower HP but stronger attacks. Gym Heroes and Gym Challenge (2000) introduced the first Owner’s Pokémon, including Rocket’s Pokémon. Neo Destiny (2002) continued this theme with both Dark and Light Pokémon.
Later, EX Team Rocket Returns (2004) merged these mechanics, featuring only Kanto and Johto Pokémon to reflect Team Rocket’s primary regions of operation. Now, in 2025, Team Rocket’s Pokémon are back, but Dark Pokémon are absent, possibly due to their exclusive ties to Generations I and II. Instead, the Owner’s Pokémon mechanic allows Team Rocket’s influence to extend across all generations.
More Than Just Cards – Team Rocket Merchandise
Alongside the Glory of Team Rocket set, a wide range of Team Rocket-themed accessories and apparel will be available. This includes a Glory of Team Rocket Attache Case Set priced at 14,900 yen, designed to store various Pokémon TCG items in style.
Final Thoughts & What’s Next
With its April 18 release in Japan and May 30 launch in English, this set is shaping up to be a nostalgic and strategic must-have for Pokémon TCG fans. Keep an eye on upcoming reveals, as secret rare cards are expected to add even more surprises.
Stay tuned for further updates and prepare for trouble… and make it double!
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