Pokémon TCG Previews 'Scarlet & Violet—Twilight Masquerade' Expansion - TGN

The Pokémon Trading Card Game is set to introduce the ‘Scarlet & Violet—Twilight Masquerade’ expansion, available on May 24. This new addition takes players to the mythical region of Kitakami, featuring over 160 new cards, including multiple appearances by the masked Legendary Pokémon, Ogerpon.

Highlight on Teal Mask Ogerpon ex

This Pokémon TCG card from the Scarlet & Violet—Twilight Masquerade expansion features Teal Mask Ogerpon ex with 210 HP. It showcases a green and teal design with a leaf pattern, and boasts abilities "Teal Dance" and "Myriad Leaf Shower," delivering 30+ damage for the Grass type Pokémon.

Among the prominent cards is Teal Mask Ogerpon ex, with artwork by Yano Keiji. This card depicts Ogerpon’s Teal Mask and hints at the character behind it. As a Tera Pokémon, Teal Mask Ogerpon ex is shielded from damage while on the Bench. Its Teal Dance Ability allows it to gather Grass Energy swiftly, enhancing its Myriad Leaf Shower attack, which escalates in damage based on the energy present on active Pokémon.

Iron Thorns ex Offers Strategic Play

This Pokémon TCG card showcases Iron Thorns ex, a green robotic dinosaur-like creature with blue accents against a digital backdrop. Part of the Scarlet & Violet series, it highlights impressive HP and abilities like "Initialization" and "Volt Cyclone," all in vivid graphics and detailed text.

Illustrated by PLANETA Mochizuki, Iron Thorns ex can neutralize the abilities of most Pokémon in play, except Future Pokémon, with its Initialization Ability. The Volt Cyclone attack of Iron Thorns ex inflicts significant damage and redistributes attached Energy to other Pokémon, aiding in overall team strategy.

Hisuian Arcanine Portrayed as Powerful and Regal

This Pokémon TCG card showcases Hisuian Arcanine, a Stage 1 Fire-type with 130 HP from the Scarlet & Violet series. It boasts two fiery attacks: "Proud Fangs" and "Searing Flame." Keep an eye on that Water weakness! Card number 100/167, perfect for your Twilight Masquerade collection.

Illustrated by SIE NANAHARA, Hisuian Arcanine is depicted standing proudly amidst a rugged landscape. It boasts attacks like Proud Fangs, which are enhanced if its teammates are damaged, and Searing Flame, which deals damage and inflicts a Burned condition on the opponent’s Active Pokémon.

Kieran: Flexible Support for Players

Introducing a Pokémon TCG trainer card from the Scarlet & Violet Twilight Masquerade Expansion featuring Kieran. This card lets players switch their Active Pokémon with a benched one or boost attack damage against the opponent's Active Pokémon, set against a vibrant, colorful building backdrop.

The Kieran card, illustrated by GIDORA, provides options for players to either swap their Active Pokémon without a Retreat Cost or enhance damage against specific types of opponent Pokémon, adapting to various game situations.

Festival Grounds: Protective Stadium Card

A colorful trading card titled "Festival Grounds" shows a lively festival scene with bright lights, tents, and a festive atmosphere reminiscent of a Twilight Masquerade. Text describes gameplay effects: energy recovery and protection from special conditions, perfect for any Pokémon TCG strategy.

The Festival Grounds card, created by MARINA Chikazawa, protects all Pokémon from Special Conditions as long as they have any Energy attached, affecting both the player’s and opponent’s Pokémon.