A Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO Pikachu Promo Card will be distributed in Canada and the United States. The card is free and is available while supplies last at participating stores.

Charge Up with a Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO Pikachu Promo Card

Treat yourself to a free promo card featuring this beloved Pokémon!

The Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion offers an electrifying collision of two distinct and delightful Pokémon games. Fans of both the Pokémon TCG and Pokémon GO can celebrate this special expansion with a free promo card featuring Pikachu decked out in a blue Pokémon GO hat! Promo cards will be available at GameStop, Best Buy, and Barnes & Noble. They'll also be available in Canada at GameStop, Toys“R”Us, London Drugs, Mastermind Toys, and Indigo Books.

Don't wait too long—this Pikachu promo card will be available only while supplies last.

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/charge-up-with-a-pokemon-tcg-pokemon-go-pikachu-promo-card/

The Pokémon Company International announced on June 23rd, 2022 the latest expansion for the best-selling Pokémon Trading Card Game, Sword & Shield Lost Origin, available starting September 9th, 2022, at participating retailers around the world. High resolution pictures from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

New Pokémon Trading Card Game: Sword & Shield—Lost Origin Expansion to Mark the Return of the Lost Zone Gameplay Mechanic

In Sword & Shield—Lost Origin, the Lost Zone gameplay mechanic will make its Sword & Shield Series debut and is expected to shake up the Pokémon TCG metagame. The Lost Zone is similar to the discard pile, but players will not be able to recover these cards during gameplay. Lost Zone cards such as Giratina VSTAR will feature a shadowy aura emanating from the artwork.


Furthermore, Sword & Shield—Lost Origin will be based on the popular Pokémon Legends: Arceus video game and feature more Hisuian Pokémon, including Hisuian Zoroark VSTAR and Hisuian Goodra VSTAR, as well as Radiant Pokémon such as Radiant Gardevoir. Radiant Pokémon feature Shiny Pokémon illustrated in etched artwork and tend to have a powerful Ability or attack.


Noteworthy cards from the expansion include:

• Three new Radiant Pokémon
• Six Pokémon VSTAR
• 14 Pokémon V and one Pokémon VMAX
• 30 cards with artwork featuring fan-favorite Trainers and Pokémon in the Trainer Gallery subset

Sword & Shield—Lost Origin will be available in booster packs, Elite Trainer Boxes and special collections, with the Sword & Shield—Lost Origin Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box now available for preorder exclusively at Pokémon Center in the US , Canada and UK.

Sword & Shield Lost Origin

As the boundary between dimensions tears apart, Giratina VSTAR plunges the world into the abyssal shadow of the Lost Zone! Be wary of the Lost Zone's power—unlike the discard pile, cards that are sent here cannot be recovered. While Aerodactyl VSTAR harnesses this distorted power, Magnezone, Drapion, Hisuian Goodra, and Hisuian Zoroark also appear as Pokémon VSTAR to show off their own astonishing skills, joined by Kyurem VMAX. Above the shadows, Enamorus V and Radiant Gardevoir conjure up dazzling magic in the Sword & Shield—Lost Origin expansion!

• Over 190 cards
• 3 brand-new Radiant Pokémon
• 6 awesome Pokémon VSTAR
• 14 powerful Pokémon V and 1 enormous Pokémon VMAX
• 30 cards with special art in the Trainer Gallery subset
• More than 15 Trainer cards

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-tcg/sword-shield-lost-origin/explore-and-watch/

Pokémon TCG: Sword & Shield Lost Origin Elite Trainer Box

Get lost in the abyss and into the zone with a set of new Pokémon, booster packs, and accessories. The Sword & Shield—Lost Origin Elite Trainer Box features everything you need to navigate the depths of the Pokémon TCG including eight booster packs, 45 Energy cards, six damage-counter dice, one coin-flip die, two acrylic condition markers, and one acrylic VSTAR marker. Protect your cards with 65 card sleeves featuring the Legendary Pokémon from the Distortion World, Giratina, and explore the return of the Lost Zone with a player's guide to the Sword & Shield—Lost Origin expansion.

The Pokémon TCG: Sword & Shield—Lost Origin Elite Trainer Box includes:

• 8 Pokémon TCG: Sword & Shield—Lost Origin booster packs
• 65 card sleeves featuring Giratina
• 45 Pokémon TCG Energy cards
• A player's guide to the Sword & Shield—Lost Origin expansion
• 6 damage-counter dice
• 1 competition-legal coin-flip die
• 2 acrylic condition markers
• 1 acrylic VSTAR marker
• A collector's box to hold everything, with 4 dividers to keep it organized
• A code card usable in either the Pokémon TCG Online or Pokémon TCG Live

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-tcg/product-gallery/sword-shield-lost-origin-elite-trainer-box/

The official Pokémon website has announced that 9 cards that had limited worldwide distribution will not be legal to play at the 2022 Pokémon TCG World Championship.

2022 Pokémon TCG World Championships Card Restrictions and 2023 Rotation Information

Some cards will not be permitted in competition at the 2022 Pokémon TCG World Championships.

Some cards from the Sword & Shield series were not distributed worldwide. In the spirit of a fair global event, the following cards will not be legal for play at the 2022 Pokémon TCG World Championships:

• Special Delivery Pikachu (Black Star Promo, SWSH074)
• Lance's Charizard V (Black Star Promo, SWSH133)
• Dark Sylveon V (Black Star Promo, SWSH134)
• Special Delivery Bidoof (Black Star Promo, SWSH177)
• Pikachu on the Ball (Pokémon Futsal, 001/005)
• Eevee on the Ball (Pokémon Futsal, 002/005)
• Grookey on the Ball (Pokémon Futsal, 003/005)
• Scorbunny on the Ball (Pokémon Futsal, 004/005)
• Sobble on the Ball (Pokémon Futsal, 005/005)

Standard Format Rotation Information

For the last few years, the Pokémon TCG Standard format rotation has occurred in either August or September. However, the next rotation will not occur until early 2023. This means that cards with the “D” regulation mark can be used at the 2022 Pokémon TCG World Championships. The newest expansion that will be legal for play at this event will be the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion.

The exact date for the next Pokémon TCG Standard format rotation will be announced later. As stated in the 2022 Pokémon TCG Championship Series Season Format Rotation article, when the next rotation occurs, all cards with the “D” regulation mark will be removed from the Standard format.

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/2022-pokemon-tcg-world-championships-card-restrictions-and-2023-rotation-information/

The Pokémon Company has announced the details for the 2022 Pokémon North America International Championships Streaming which will be available on Twitch on June 24th, 2022 to June 26th, 2022.

2022 Pokémon North America International Championships Streaming Info

Players will compete for incredible prizes and high Championship Point payouts during the 2022 Pokémon North America International Championships in Columbus, Ohio, from June 24–26, 2022.

Even if you can't make it to Ohio, you can still watch all the action live at home. Matches from the Pokémon Trading Card Game and Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield will be streaming all weekend long, starting Friday at 6 a.m. (Pacific Daylight Time). You can also catch Pokémon GO and Pokkén Tournament DX competitions during the event's first two days.

Tune in to each game's Twitch.tv channel to catch all the action! Don't forget to check out the winning teams and decks at Pokemon.com/EventResults once the tournament is complete.

When to Watch: Pokémon TCG

Pokémon TCG stream: Twitch.tv/PokemonTCG
Commentators: Kyle Sabelhaus, Chip Richey, Adam Watson, Shelbie "FrostedCaribou" Bou
Friday, June 24: Match coverage begins at 6 a.m. PDT
Saturday, June 25: Match coverage continues at 6 a.m. PDT, including the final Swiss rounds followed by top cut
Sunday, June 26: Final matches for all three Pokémon TCG age divisions begin at 7 a.m. PDT on Twitch.tv/Pokemon

When to Watch: Pokémon VGC

Pokémon VGC stream: Twitch.tv/Pokemon
Commentators: Adam Dorricott, Rosemary Kelley, Joe Brown, Sierra Hunter
Friday, June 24: Match coverage begins at 6 a.m. PDT
Saturday, June 25: Match coverage continues at 6 a.m. PDT, including the final Swiss rounds followed by top cut
Sunday, June 26: Final matches for all three Pokémon VGC age divisions will be held after the Pokémon TCG final matches, which begin at 7 a.m. PDT on this channel

When to Watch: Pokémon GO

Pokémon GO stream: Twitch.tv/PokemonGO
Commentators: Gabby Snyder, William “SpeediestChief2” Dunphey, Caleb Peng, Steven "2OButters" Sanders
Friday, June 24: Match coverage begins at 6 a.m. PDT
Saturday, June 25: Match coverage continues at 6 a.m. PDT, followed by the final matches

When to Watch: Pokkén Tournament DX

Pokkén Tournament DX stream: Twitch.tv/PokkenTournament
Commentators: Evan “WonderChef” Hashimoto, Russell “Kino” Klein, Alex “Jin” Williams
Friday, June 24: Match coverage begins at 6 a.m. PDT
Saturday, June 25: Match coverage continues at 6 a.m. PDT, followed by the final matches

All times are approximated and subject to change.
Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon/internationals/2022/north-america/streaming/

The Pokémon Company International and Creatures Inc. announced the winners of the Pokémon Trading Card Game Illustration Contest 2022. The contest entry period was from October 13th, 2021 at 8 p.m. PT until January 31st, 2022 at 6:59 a.m. PT. High resolution artwork of the Winners from the press release has been added to an Imageboard thread.

YouTube Clip - Announcing the Winners of the Pokémon TCG Illustration Contest 2022

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysWSF4wcoRo

Pokémon Unveils Pokémon Trading Card Game Illustration Contest 2022 Winners with Top Submissions to be Featured in Official Pokémon TCG Cards

June 10, 2022 – Today, The Pokémon Company International and Creatures Inc. announced the winners of the Pokémon Trading Card Game Illustration Contest 2022, a fan art contest that invited Trainers from the U.S. and Japan to illustrate upcoming Pokémon TCG cards.

The Pokémon Trading Card Game Illustration Contest 2022 opened to U.S. applicants for the first time, in addition to Japan, and garnered strong interest from fans in both markets, receiving 10,830 entries. Trainers were asked to capture the official contest theme of “the daily life of Pokémon,” and submissions were evaluated by a panel of judges from The Pokémon Company group and Creatures Inc., including official Pokémon TCG illustrators.

The grand prize winner and first runner-up winners will receive $5,000 and $3,000 in cash prizes, respectively, and have their submissions be featured in upcoming promo cards for the Pokémon TCG. In addition, second runner-up winners and judges award winners will receive $1,000 and $500 in cash prizes, respectively.

The winners of the Pokémon Trading Card Game Illustration Contest 2022 include:

Grand Prize Winner

First Runner-up Winners

• Julie Hang (US)
• Taiga Kasai (Japan)

Second Runner-up Winners

• RossDraws (US)
• Mingo (Japan)

Judges Award Winners

• Aldo Kcomt (US)
• Heeyun Chung (US)
• Xous54 (US)
• Aziro Yuji (Japan)
• hashi96 (Japan)
• Katkichi (Japan)
• Kobayamato (Japan)
• LiCO (Japan)
• Maeya Susumu (Japan)
• Marina Chikazawa (Japan)
• Miyanose Natsumi (Japan)
• Pochinokuro (Japan)
• Rondo (Japan)
• Shinnosuke Yajima (Japan)
• Takashi Shiraishi (Japan)

Source: https://www.ptcgic-cr.com/2022/en/

Greetings, a gift-bearing Bulbasaur, Charmander and Squirtle arrive in Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO Pin Collections! Each collection includes a playable promo card and enamel pin, along with booster packs from the Pokémon GO expansion! In stores Q3, 2022. Also revealed was the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO Premier Deck Holder Collection Dragonite VSTAR.

Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO Premier Deck Holder Collection Dragonite VSTAR

Bonus Challenge! Catch Dragonite VSTAR!
An epic Raid Battle brings mighty rewards: a powerful Dragonite VSTAR for your collection and a Premier Ball holder for your favorite deck! With a VSTAR Power that shares loads of Energy with your Pokémon, Dragonite VSTAR soars to strategic heights, and you’ll receive it along with Dragonite V in this special collection featuring the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion. To top it off, the sturdy Premier Ball case holds a fully sleeved deck of cards for an ultimate statement of Pokémon Trainer style!

The Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO Premier Deck Holder Collection—Dragonite VSTAR includes:

• 1 etched foil promo card featuring Dragonite VSTAR
• 1 foil promo card featuring Dragonite V
• 1 deck holder shaped like a Premier Ball
• 9 Pokémon GO booster packs
• A code card for Pokémon TCG Live

Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO Pin Collection Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle

GO Back to the Beginning with Your First Partner!
Celebrate your journey as a Pokémon Trainer, and get ready for brand-new adventures with Bulbasaur, Charmander, or Squirtle! The Kanto region’s first partner Pokémon is here as a playable promo card and gleaming enamel pin, along with booster packs from the Pokémon GO expansion so you can discover even more Pokémon friends!

Each Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO Pin Collection includes:

• 1 foil promo card featuring Bulbasaur / Charmander / Squirtle
• A collector’s pin featuring Bulbasaur / Charmander / Squirtle
• 3 Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO booster packs
• A code card for Pokémon TCG Live

Source: https://twitter.com/PokemonTCG/status/1533800895430926337

To celebrat the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion, Niantic has revealed a Pokémon TCG Crossover Event for Pokémon GO! The official Pokémon website has also revealed new cards from the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion.

Press Release - Pokémon GO to Celebrate Pokémon Trading Card Game: Pokémon GO Expansion Launch with Themed In-Game Events

June 6, 2022 — In celebration of the upcoming launch of the Pokémon Trading Card Game: Pokémon GO expansion from The Pokémon Company International, Trainers will be able to experience new in-game events in the Pokémon GO app that are inspired by this special collaboration.

These themed in-game events will take place from June 16, 2022, to June 30, 2022, and will include the following.

• Trainers will have the opportunity to catch a Pikachu wearing a Pokémon TCG-themed hat in the Pokémon GO app. This Pikachu can also be found in Pokémon GO booster packs.
• Mewtwo will appear in five-star raids in the Pokémon GO app, and Mewtwo V will be featured in the Pokémon GO expansion with special artwork inspired by raids.
• Wimpod and Golisopod will make their debut in the Pokémon GO app, as both Pokémon also appear in the Pokémon GO expansion.

In addition, Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO products will contain promo codes that can be redeemed for various in-game avatar items, such as a hat and T-shirt combo that matches Pikachu’s Pokémon TCG-themed hat. Promo codes will be valid from July 17, 2022, to July 31, 2024, and can be redeemed at https://nianticlabs.com/tcg-code​.

Trainers will also be able to collect and play with cards showcasing the beloved Bulbasaur, Charmander and Squirtle — plus their Evolutions — as part of the upcoming expansion. Just as Shiny Venusaur, Shiny Charizard and Shiny Blastoise can be encountered in the world of Pokémon GO, these Pokémon will appear as Radiant Venusaur, Radiant Charizard and Radiant Blastoise in the Pokémon TCG with powerful attacks and Abilities.

Available at participating retailers around the world starting on July 1, 2022, the Pokémon GO expansion features cards with photorealistic artwork and unique gameplay scenarios inspired by the popular mobile game.

More Cards and a Crossover Event from the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO Expansion

Enjoy a special event in Pokémon GO and check out some of the highlights that await when the expansion launches in July.

The worlds of the Pokémon Trading Card Game and Pokémon GO collide in the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion. Featuring artwork with photorealistic styles and familiar elements from Pokémon GO, the expansion is certain to remind you of the real-world adventures you can have in the mobile game. Cool Pokémon VSTAR and Radiant Pokémon play a prominent role in the new expansion, and players can find codes in expansion products to redeem for useful items in Pokémon GO.

In the days leading up to the launch of the first Pokémon GO expansion products, you'll be able to jump into Pokémon GO to participate in some themed events. Plus, you can check out some of the new expansion's amazing artwork!

The Pokémon TCG Crossover Event

A Pokémon GO in-game event taking place June 16, 2022, to June 30, 2022, will provide Pokémon fans the opportunity to celebrate the new Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion while playing. During the event, Pokémon featured in the expansion will appear in the wild and in raids. Additionally, as a nod to this Pikachu card from the expansion, Pikachu will appear in Pokémon GO wearing the same blue hat.


Throughout the Pokémon TCG Crossover Event, Mewtwo will be appearing in five-star raids. A Mewtwo V card in the expansion depicts the Genetic Pokémon descending from the sky among tall buildings, implying that a raid may be about to begin with the Trainers below. Wimpod and Golisopod make an appearance in the expansion, too, and they'll be making their Pokémon GO debuts during this time to commemorate the occasion.

Early Pokémon from Pokémon GO Appear

Some of the earliest Pokémon that could be caught when Pokémon GO debuted in 2016 show up in the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion. Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle, and their Evolutions boast powerful attacks and Abilities, as well as dynamic, colorful artwork. Much of the art shows recognizable moments from Pokémon GO—Ivysaur, for example, is depicted gathering with several other Pokémon around a PokéStop equipped with a Lure Module.

Radiant Pokémon Shine Bright in Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO

Experience a similar joy to encountering Shiny Pokémon in Pokémon GO with Radiant Pokémon in the new expansion. Radiant Venusaur, Radiant Charizard, and Radiant Blastoise are as stunning as they are powerful. They're so impressive, in fact, that players can have only one in their deck at any given time. Featuring devastating attacks and useful Abilities, Radiant Pokémon bring a beautiful aesthetic to the gaming table.

The first products in the Pokémon GO expansion arrive on July 1, 2022. When the expansion becomes available, keep an eye out for codes that can be redeemed in exchange for useful items in Pokémon GO, including special avatar items celebrating the collaboration. You'll be able to redeem these codes even after the Pokémon TCG Crossover Event has concluded.

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/more-cards-and-a-crossover-event-from-the-pokemon-tcg-pokemon-go-expansion/

Celebrate the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion with our Pokémon TCG Crossover Event!

Trainers,
We’re incredibly excited to reveal more details about our collaboration with the Pokémon TCG. Trainers will be able to purchase the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion soon, featuring Pokémon GO-themed cards!

As part of the collaboration, we’re also celebrating in Pokémon GO with the Pokémon TCG Crossover Event! This event sees the debut of Pikachu wearing a Pokémon TCG hat. Mewtwo that know Shadow Ball or Psystrike may also appear in Raid Battles. What’s more, if you are lucky, you might encounter Shiny Meltan—and that’s not all! Read on for more information.

For future updates on the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion, learn more here for the Product Lineup and here.

Pokémon TCG Crossover Event

Thursday, June 16, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. to Thursday, June 30, 2022, at 8:00 p.m. local time

Pokémon debuts

Pikachu wearing a Pokémon TCG hat, Wimpod, and Goliospod make their Pokémon GO debut!


: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!
*You can use 400 Wimpod Candy to evolve Wimpod into Golisopod

Meltan

The key to catching Meltan is the Mystery Box, which can be obtained by sending a Pokémon from Pokémon GO to Pokémon HOME or the Nintendo Switch titles Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! or Pokémon: Let’s Go, Eevee!

When you use the Mystery Box during this event, you’ll be able to encounter Shiny Meltan—if you’re lucky!

The time you have to wait before you can open the Mystery Box again will be reduced during the event.


: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

Collection Challenges

Collection Challenges themed around Pokémon that will be featured in the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion are coming!

Six Collection Challenges of varying difficulty – some will be harder than others, just like collecting the TCG cards – will be available beginning on Thursday, June 16, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. local time and will run until Thursday, June 30, 2022, at 8:00 p.m. local time. You can complete them all to receive rewards of XP, a Lure Module, and an Incubator. You’ll also be able to encounter Venusaur, Charizard, Blastoise, and Meltan!

That’s not all! You can keep the collecting going with another three Collection Challenges available beginning on June 23, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. local time and running until June 30, 2022, at 8:00 p.m. local time. You can complete them all to earn additional encounters with Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise!

Wild encounters

The following Pokémon featured in the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion will appear more frequently in the wild.


Bulbasaur , Ivysaur, Charmander , Charmeleon, Squirtle , Wartortle, Alolan Rattata , Pikachu wearing a Pokémon TCG hat , Slowpoke , Magikarp , Eevee , Spinarak , Natu , Aipom , Numel , Bidoof , Pidove , Wimpod
If you’re lucky, you might encounter the following: Onix , Chansey , Snorlax , Dragonite, Slaking

: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

Other featured Pokémon

Lunatone and Solrock will also be featured in the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion! In celebration, these Pokémon will be appearing in the wild around the world for the duration of the event. After the event ends, Lunatone will appear in the Western Hemisphere and Solrock will appear in the Eastern Hemisphere.


: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

Field Research task encounters

You can encounter the following Pokémon featured in the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO expansion when you complete Field Research tasks.


Ivysaur, Charmeleon, Wartortle, Pikachu wearing a Pokémon TCG hat , Wimpod
If you’re lucky, you might encounter the following: Venusaur , Charizard , Blastoise , Snorlax , Dragonite, Slaking

: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

Raids

The following Pokémon will be appearing in raids.


One-Star Raids: Chansey , Larvitar , Timburr , Wimpod
Three-Star Raids: Alolan Exeggutor , Snorlax , Dragonite, Slaking
Five-Star Raids: Mewtwo*
Mega Raids: Mega Venusaur , Mega Charizard X , Mega Charizard Y , Mega Blastoise

: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

*Mewtwo caught from June 16, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. to June 23, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. local time will know the Charged Attack Shadow Ball. Mewtwo caught from June 23, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. to July 1, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. local time will know the Charged Attack Psystrike.

Please note that the Pokémon TCG: Pokémon GO Expansion will not be available in Russian or Turkish.

Please be aware of your surroundings and follow guidelines from local health authorities when playing Pokémon GO. Upcoming events are subject to change.

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/Pokemon-TCG-Crossover-Event/

graniph inc. held a presentation of its new project P-Lab, a collaboration with the Pokémon Card Game and YouTuber Hajime Syacho on Wednesday, May 25th, 2022 at its Harajuku flagship store. The line will be available to purchase in-store starting on May 31st, 2022. Pre-orders are available online on the grapiph website from May 25th, 2022 until May 30th, 2022. Pictures from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.


Behind the Mischevious Pichu running amok is a surprised researcher. Enjoy the items with Pichu's cute and Mischevious expression!

The Pokémon Card Game x Hajime Syacho x graniph collaboration project features apparel items and other miscellaneous items featuring the specially created Mischevious Pichu Pokémon Card art design! The Mischevious Pichu (いたずら好きのピチュー) 214/S-P promo card will be included with any item purchase from the merchandise line at the graniph online store or in-person at graniph stores.

The card will also be distributed at Pokémon Centers, Pokémon Stores, and the Pokémon Center Online nationwide in Japan to customers who shop there. 1 card per person will be given out regardless if the purchased items are part of this collaboration.


P-Lab. is the first collaboration project between the Pokémon card game, Hajime Syacho and graniph, and a special Pokémon promo card Mischevious Pichu was created and a total of 14 other collaborative items including T-shirts, sneakers and hats were made using the cards design. A video introducing the project and products is also available on the YouTube channel "HAJIME はじめしゃちょー".

YouTube Clip - Collaboration Project P-Lab.

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7DfIdwVtds

In addition, on June 4th, 2022, a Pokémon Card Game tournament for elementary school students only will be held at AEON MALL Hamamatsu Ichino Symphony Court, so that students can enjoy the world of Pokémon Card Game, Hajime Syacho and graniph.

Details of the Presentation:

At the presentation commemorating the launch of this project, Hajime Syacho, dressed in the P-Lab collaboration items, was invited as a guest to talk about the background of the project, his thoughts on P-Lab., the Pokémon Card Game, T-shirts, and other topics. During the presentation, Hajime Syacho and special guest Abareru-kun played a coin toss game.

Coin-toss game between Hajime Syacho and Abareru-kun, named after the move "Panic Party"!

The Pokémon card "Mischevious Pichu" was created for the P-Lab project. The Panic Party (どたばたパーティー) move on this Pokémon card requires the player to do a a coin toss and if a coin rolls head, the opponent takes damage, and if a coin rolls tails, the player Pokémon takes damage.

To celebrate the start of the P-Lab. project that produced this special promo Pokémon card, comedian and Pokémon variety show host Abareru-kun came to the event. Abareru-kun and Hajime Syacho played a coin-toss game based on the move "Panic Party" from the card. Abareru-kun won the game and was given a shirt and said, "I will wear this P-Lab. collaboration item while participating in a Pokémon Card Game tournament!"

Special Shop Bag

Customers who purchase P-Lab. items at the official graniph online store or at any graniph store will receive a special store bag on a first-come, first-served basis. One bag will be given away per checkout. The offer will end when all the bags are gone. The bag will not be distributed at the Pokémon Center, Pokémon Store, and Pokémon Center Online.

Items:

Items List (English):

Type Pattern (P-Lab.) ｜ Collaboration T-shirt - 3,500 yen
Pokémon Card Pattern (P-Lab.) ｜ Collaboration T-shirt - 3,500 yen
Pichu & Pokémon Card (P-Lab.) ｜ Collaboration Short Sleeve Shirt - 6,600 yen
Type Pattern (P-Lab.) ｜ Collaboration Kids T-shirt - 2,200 yen
Pokémon Card Pattern (P-Lab.) ｜ Collaboration Kids T-shirt - 2,200 yen
Mischevious Pichu (P-Lab.) ｜ Collaboration Kids T-shirt - 2,200 yen
Mischevious Pichu (P-Lab.) ｜ Collaboration Kids T-shirt - 2,200 yen
Mischevious Pichu (P-Lab.) ｜ Collaboration T-shirt - 2,500 yen
Mischevious Pichu (P-Lab.) ｜ Collaboration T-shirt - 2,500 yen
Pichu's Face (P-Lab.) ｜ Collaboration Reversible Bucket Hat - 3,850 yen
Pichu & Type Pattern (P-Lab.) ｜ Collaboration Graphic High-top Sneakers - 11,000 yen
Mischevious Pichu (P-Lab.) ｜ Collaboration Mug - 2,500 yen
Mischevious Pichu (P-Lab.) ｜ Collaboration Tote Bag - 3,500 yen

Items List (Japanese):

タイプ パターン(P-Lab.)｜コラボTシャツ ¥3,500
ポケモンカード パターン(P-Lab.)｜コラボTシャツ ¥3,500
ピチュー＆ポケモンカード(P-Lab.)｜コラボ半袖シャツ ¥6,600
タイプ パターン(P-Lab.)｜コラボキッズTシャツ ¥2,200
ポケモンカード パターン(P-Lab.)｜コラボキッズTシャツ ¥2,200
いたずら好きのピチュー(P-Lab.)｜コラボキッズTシャツ ¥2,200
いたずら好きのピチュー(P-Lab.)｜コラボキッズTシャツ ¥2,200
いたずら好きのピチュー(P-Lab.)｜コラボTシャツ ¥2,500
いたずら好きのピチュー(P-Lab.)｜コラボTシャツ ¥2,500
ピチュー フェイス(P-Lab.)｜コラボリバーシブルバケットハット ¥3,850
ピチュー＆タイプ パターン(P-Lab.)｜コラボグラフィックハイカットスニーカー ¥11,000
いたずら好きのピチュー(P-Lab.)｜コラボマグカップ ¥2,500
いたずら好きのピチュー(P-Lab.)｜コラボマグカップ ¥2,500
いたずら好きのピチュー(P-Lab.)｜コラボトートバッグ ¥3,500

Source: https://www.graniph.com/collection/collection_00410

On Saturday, May 28th, 2022, the "COOL x METAL" line of goods, which coolly depict the moment when Metal-type Pokémon unleash their moves, will be available at the Pokémon Center! The metal figures of Metagross, Lucario and other Pokémon are perfect for interior decoration! JAM HOME MADE creates accessories with bold designs of Pokémon figures that are made of high-grade silver. The lineup also includes other items that are easy to use in everyday life, such as MOLESKINE's classic notebooks that can also be used in the office! Also, look out for stylish Pokémon art by the design group NC Empire. The Pokémon Center Online will begin selling these items on Thursday, May 26th, 2022 at 10:00 a.m.!

Please note that the release of these items may be postponed or cancelled due to the situation at the production site. Please be aware of this beforehand.

At the Amazon.co.jp Pokémon Store, pre-orders for products with a (★) will be starting on May 28th, 2022 and sales starting on June 4th, 2022, but due to the limited number of products available, they may be sold during the pre-order period.

All Pokémon Center stores will carry this line. There is a possibility that other Pokémon Stores will carry the product the week after the release date. In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, some stores may change their opening hours or close temporarily.

NC Empire (NC帝國)

“NC Empire” is a unit that work mainly on pop and hardcore illustration/graphics. They focus on wide range of communication designs such as logo, illustration, CI/BI and promotion.

JAM HOME MADE (ジャム ホーム メイド)

A unisex jewelry and accessory brand established in 1998. The brand concept is to propose "compassion" and "smiles," mainly through bridal rings, jewelry, and accessories which are worn close to the skin.

The brand name "JAM" is derived from "JAM SESSION." JAM SESSION is an improvised performance by a group of jazz musicians. Nowadays, the brand name refers not only to jazz, but also to various genres of music and art, and its main focus is on improvisation.

Moleskine (モレスキン)

The Moleskine notebook is the heir and successor to the legendary notebook used by artists and thinkers over the past two centuries: among them Vincent Van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Ernest Hemingway and Bruce Chatwin. Today Moleskine offers an eco-system of objects which inspires imaginations and fuels creative practice, versatile tools for both everyday and extraordinary journeys: notebooks, journals, bags, luggage, apps, writing instruments and reading accessories which complement each other in form and function, becoming an integral part of our personalities. Moleskine is a platform which celebrates talent, champions originality and cherishes long-term thinking.

Items:

Item List (English):

Metal Figure COOL x METAL Hassam - 4,400 yen (★)
Metal Figure COOL x METAL Mawile - 4,400 yen (★)
Metal Figure COOL x METAL Metagross - 4,950 yen (★)
Metal Figure COOL x METAL Lucario - 4,400 yen (★)
Metal Figure COOL x METAL Gillgard - 4,400 yen (★)
JAM HOME MADE Earrings COOL x METAL Hassam - 19,800 yen (★)
JAM HOME MADE Earrings COOL x METAL Lucario - 19,800 yen (★)
JAM HOME MADE Ear Cuff COOL x METAL Mawile - 17,600 yen (★)
JAM HOME MADE Ring COOL x METAL Metagross No. 11 - 19,800 yen (★)
JAM HOME MADE Ring COOL x METAL Metagross No. 13 - 19,800 yen (★)
JAM HOME MADE Ring COOL x METAL Metagross No. 15 - 19,800 yen (★)
JAM HOME MADE Ring COOL x METAL Metagross No. 17 - 19,800 yen (★)
JAM HOME MADE Necklace COOL x METAL Gillgard - 17,600 yen (★)
MOLESKINE Classic Notebook COOL x METAL Medium Size Horizontal Ruled Lines - 3,300 yen (★)
MOLESKINE Classic Backpack COOL x METAL - 24,200 yen (★)
Accessory Stand COOL x METAL - 2,970 yen (★)
A4 Clear File COOL x METAL - 330 yen
Sticker Set COOL x METAL Metagross & Gillgard & Mawile - 660 yen
Sticker Set COOL x METAL Lucario & Hassam - 440 yen
T-shirt Collection COOL x METAL (One size fits all) 5 types chosen at random - 2,750 yen
Boxer Shorts COOL x METAL M - 1,430 yen (★)
Boxer Shorts COOL x METAL L - 1,430 yen (★)
Handkerchief COOL x METAL - 1,540 yen (★)
Magnet Key Hanger Coil - 2,860 yen (★)
Pins Set COOL x METAL Metagross & Gillgard & Mawile - 990 yen (★)
Pins Set COOL x METAL Lucario & Hassam - 660 yen (★)
Metal Card Case COOL x METAL - 1,870 yen (★)
Fragment Case COOL x METAL - 1,650 yen (★)
Gadget Pouch COOL x METAL - 2,200 yen (★)
PC / Tablet case COOL x METAL - 2,860 yen (★)
Stainless Tumbler COOL x METAL - 2,200 yen (★)
Pokémon Card game Rubber play mat COOL x METAL - 2,750 yen (★)
Pokémon Card game Playmat case COOL x METAL - 4,400 yen (★)
Pokémon Card game Double Deck Case COOL x METAL - 3,300 yen (★)
Pokémon Card Game Deck Shield Premium Gloss COOL x METAL Hassam - 913 yen (★)
Pokémon Card Game Deck Shield Premium Gloss COOL x METAL Lucario - 913 yen (★)
Pokémon Card Game Deck Shield Premium Gloss COOL x METAL Gillgard - 913 yen (★)

Item List (Japanese):

メタルフィギュア COOL×METAL ハッサム　4,400円（★）
メタルフィギュア COOL×METAL クチート　4,400円（★）
メタルフィギュア COOL×METAL メタグロス　4,950円（★）
メタルフィギュア COOL×METAL ルカリオ　4,400円（★）
メタルフィギュア COOL×METAL ギルガルド　4,400円（★）
JAM HOME MADE ピアス COOL×METAL ハッサム　19,800円（★）
JAM HOME MADE ピアス COOL×METAL ルカリオ　19,800円（★）
JAM HOME MADE イヤーカフ COOL×METAL クチート　17,600円（★）
JAM HOME MADE リング COOL×METAL メタグロス 11号　19,800円（★）
JAM HOME MADE リング COOL×METAL メタグロス 13号　19,800円（★）
JAM HOME MADE リング COOL×METAL メタグロス 15号　19,800円（★）
JAM HOME MADE リング COOL×METAL メタグロス 17号　19,800円（★）
JAM HOME MADE ネックレス COOL×METAL ギルガルド　17,600円（★）
MOLESKINE クラシック ノートブック COOL×METAL ミディアムサイズ 横罫　3,300円（★）
MOLESKINE クラシック バックパック COOL×METAL　24,200円（★）
アクセサリースタンド COOL×METAL　2,970円（★）
A4クリアファイル COOL×METAL　330円
ステッカーセット COOL×METAL メタグロス&ギルガルド&クチート　660円
ステッカーセット COOL×METAL ルカリオ&ハッサム　440円
Tシャツコレクション COOL×METAL （フリーサイズ）　2,750円
※全5種。絵柄は選べません。
ボクサーパンツ COOL×METAL M　1,430円（★）
ボクサーパンツ COOL×METAL L　1,430円（★）
ハンカチ COOL×METAL　1,540円（★）
マグネットキーハンガー コイル　2,860円（★）
ピンズセット COOL×METAL メタグロス&ギルガルド&クチート　990円（★）
ピンズセット COOL×METAL ルカリオ&ハッサム　660円（★）
メタルカードケース COOL×METAL　1,870円（★）
フラグメントケース COOL×METAL　1,650円（★）
ガジェットポーチ COOL×METAL　2,200円（★）
PC・タブレットケース COOL×METAL　2,860円（★）
ステンレスタンブラー COOL×METAL　2,200円（★）
ポケモンカードゲーム ラバープレイマット COOL×METAL　2,750円（★）
ポケモンカードゲーム プレイマットケース COOL×METAL　4,400円（★）
ポケモンカードゲーム ダブルデッキケース COOL×METAL　3,300円（★）
ポケモンカードゲーム デッキシールド プレミアム・グロス COOL×METAL ハッサム　913円（★）
ポケモンカードゲーム デッキシールド プレミアム・グロス COOL×METAL ルカリオ　913円（★）
ポケモンカードゲーム デッキシールド プレミアム・グロス COOL×METAL ギルガルド　913円（★）

Source: https://www.pokemon.co.jp/goods/2022/05/220513_st01.html

The official Japanese Pokémon Trading Card Game website has revealed a new type of card that will be included in the Pokémon GO set. Metamon cards in this set appear as other Pokémon. It will look like a normal Pokémon card, but on the surface of the card is a removeable sticker.

How to spot a Metamon

If there is a Metamon symbol in place of the regulation mark, the card has a sticker on its surface that when peeled off reveals Metamon! There are other cards besides Bippa that turn into Metamon when peeled off.
*Cards with the sticker not peeled off cannot be used in official tournaments.


Source: https://www.pokemon-card.com/ex/s10b/

YouTube Clip - Pokémon GO Metamon Cards

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2z9Vaztij4

Ditto

Now here's something you don't see every day… And if you're not looking closely, you might miss it! To find Ditto in the Pokémon GO expansion, look for other Pokémon that have a layer you can peel off to reveal the Transform Pokémon underneath! Note that the Pokémon that rests on top of Ditto can't be used competitively in official matches—only the Ditto itself. In fact, you'll find a little Ditto icon in place of the typical tournament registration mark!


Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/pokemon-go-expansion-more-iconic-and-powerful-pokemon-revealed/